Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at The University of Texas at Tyler 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 Texas colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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The University of Texas at Tyler (UT Tyler)

500 W. University Ave, El Paso, TX

The University of Texas at Tyler is a public institution located in Tyler, Texas and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Approximately 6,500 students enroll at UT Tyler annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Very common standardized test scores among applicants admitted to this school are between 20 to 25 for the ACT exam, or 1420 to 1720 for the SAT exam. This school accepts approximately 50% of applicants annually. Of those students admitted, around 50% of students attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $7,300 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $18,000 for the year. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $7,200 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at The University of Texas at Tyler through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, admission forms, programs offered, and more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.uttyler.edu/.

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

Salary & Wages

• El Paso, TX
  • Average Annual Salary: $62300

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

• El Paso, TX
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Annual Salary: $51120

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

• El Paso, TX
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Annual Salary: $52220

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