Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at Columbus State 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 Georgia colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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Columbus State University

Also known as CSU, Columbus State

928 Manchester Expy, Columbus, GA

CSU provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Columbus, Georgia and publically funded. Around eight thousand students enroll at CSU yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Columbus State University offers:

• Security And Protective Services
• Social Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to CSU. A score between 1280 to 1610 on the SAT, or 17 to 22 for the ACT is common among accepted students. This school has an admissions rate of about 54% of which only 54% decided to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at columbusstate.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $5,400, while nonresidents pay $15,000 annually. The cost of on-campus housing is about $5,400 for the year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

The Columbus State University "Cougars" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Rifle (NCAA Division II)

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.columbusstate.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Columbus State University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

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

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

• Columbus, GA-AL
  • Total Employment: 520
  • Average Annual Salary: $56380

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