Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at Mayville 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 North Dakota colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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Mayville State University

Also known as UMary/Marauders

7500 University Dr, Bismarck, ND

Mayville State University, a public institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Mayville, North Dakota, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Mayville State University, with only about 1000 students enrolled, provides smaller class sizes and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Family And Consumer Sciences
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, admitting any students that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of school records, test scores, and personal statements may be required for certain programs.  Key admissions information and registration data can be located by visiting the school's site.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs around $6,700 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $9,100 per year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $1,900. Mayville State University may provide financial aid for students who qualify in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Mayville State University is the "Comets", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)
• Softball (NAIA Division II)
• Volleyball (NAIA Division II)

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at mayvillestate.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UMary/Marauders 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

• Bismarck, ND
  • Total Employment: 310
  • Average Annual Salary: $52600

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

• Bismarck, ND
  • Total Employment: 400
  • Average Annual Salary: $51200

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