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- School Code: 240300
- Phone: (662) 332-0587
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
94.03%FINANCIAL AID RATE
97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
34FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,351Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Physical Education Degree
The physical education program at Delta 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 Mississippi colleges that offer physical education degrees.
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Delta State University
800 HWY 1 S, STE A, Greenville, MS
Delta State University is a public institution located in Cleveland, MS and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Approximately four thousand students are enrolled yearly at DSU.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Family And Consumer Sciences
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 890 - 1080 for the SAT exam and in a range of 18 - 23 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to DSU. Delta State University accepts roughly 60 percent of students applying. Of those students accepted, about 80 percent of students enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found at deltastate.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay nearly $5,800, while out-of-state residents pay $14,000 for the year. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $4,200 each year. Some students at Delta State University may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The DSU Statesmen participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.deltastate.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Physical Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Delta State University has offered the following programs for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Bachelor's Degree | 64 |
Master's Degree | 14 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 52 |
Female | 26 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 24 |
White | 46 |
Multiple Races | 2 |
Non Resident Alien | 5 |
Unknown | 1 |
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
Upon completion of the Physical Education program at Delta State University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the students Delta State University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Delta State University may offer student services including:- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Delta State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Gulf South Conference)
- Basketball (Gulf South Conference)
- Football (Gulf South Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country