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- School Code: 231400
- Phone: (313) 883-8500
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
73.12%FINANCIAL AID RATE
95%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
10FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,185Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Physical Education Degree
The physical education program at Saginaw Valley 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 Michigan colleges that offer physical education degrees.
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Saginaw Valley State University
2701 Chicago Blvd, Detroit, MI
Saginaw Valley State University is a public institution that has a large selection of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in University Center, Michigan, in a predominantly rural area. Over eleven thousand students enroll at SVSU annually.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs SVSU offers:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Security And Protective Services
- Business And Marketing Studies
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Most students at Saginaw Valley State University scored in a range of 18 - 24 on the ACT. SVSU has an admissions rate of around 89% of which only 62% chose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
The tuition at SVSU varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $8,600 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $20,000 annually. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $4,700 each year. Students at SVSU may qualify for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.
The SVSU "Cardinals" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
Students may visit the SVSU website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, financial aid details, and more.
Students Enrolled in the Physical Education Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Saginaw Valley State University has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Bachelor's Degree | 2 |
Master's Degree | 0 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 2 |
Female | 0 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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White | 2 |
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
Students who have completed the Physical Education program at Saginaw Valley State University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Annual Salary: $64080
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
- Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Annual Salary: $63590
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 Saginaw Valley State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Saginaw Valley State University may provide student services like:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Saginaw Valley State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Basketball (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Track and Field (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Football (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball