Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at McKendree University prepares students for careers teaching physical education in elementary, middle, or secondary school. The program focuses on planning and implementing a variety of developmentally appropriate instructional strategies to develop physically educated individuals, based on state and national standards. Program courses include: personal health and wellness, foundation of movement and motor activities, biology, prevention and care of athletic injuries, and individual and team sports skills. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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McKendree University

Also known as MCC, McHenry, McHenrey

8900 US Hwy 14, Crystal Lake, IL

McKendree University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Lebanon, Illinois, the school resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. About 3,300 students enroll at McKendree University yearly.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. The most common scores among students accepted to this school are between 19 to 25 for the ACT exam, or 1230 to 1590 for the SAT exam. Roughly 70 percent of all applicant were accepted at McKendree University, with 32 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll.  Key information on admissions can be found via the school's graduate and undergraduate admissions portal.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $27,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Housing is available for students, and generally costs about $4,900 each year. McKendree University may offer financial aid for students who are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at McKendree University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the school's mckendree.edu to view additional information.

Career Options for Graduates

Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 150
  • Average Annual Salary: $62620
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Annual Salary: $47270

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 23
  • Average Annual Salary: $70780
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 810
  • Average Annual Salary: $49710
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Annual Salary: $67250

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 24
  • Average Annual Salary: $74960
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Annual Salary: $49260
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Annual Salary: $69840

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).