Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at Lincoln University – Jefferson City 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 Missouri colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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Lincoln University – Jefferson City

Also known as Lincoln University of Missouri

2323 High School Dr, Lexington, MO

Lincoln University of Missouri is a public historically black institution located in Jefferson City, MO. Many historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of Missouri. Enrollment at Lincoln University of Missouri is nearly three thousand annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Lincoln University of Missouri offers:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

The school operates under an open enrollment policy, admitting any applicants that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendations may be needed for certain programs. More information from the admissions office can be found at lincolnu.edu.

Tuition & fees at Lincoln University of Missouri vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs around $7,100 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $13,000 for the year. The cost of on-campus housing is about $2,900 for the year. Students enrolled at Lincoln University may qualify for aid which is usually grants and loans.

The mascot for Lincoln University of Missouri is the "Blue Tigers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

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

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.lincolnu.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lincoln University of Missouri offers a bachelor's degree program in physical education.

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

Salary & Wages

• Kansas City, MO-KS
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Annual Salary: $51090

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

• Kansas City, MO-KS
  • Total Employment: 7
  • Average Annual Salary: $47290

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