Physical Education Degree

The physical education program at University of Wisconsin – Whitewater 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer physical education degrees.

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University of Wisconsin – Whitewater

400 Seventh St. North, La Crosse, WI

UW Whitewater is a public institution located in Whitewater, Wisconsin and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Approximately twelve thousand students are enrolled annually at University of Wisconsin - Whitewater.

Areas of study offered at UW Whitewater include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Social Sciences
• Communications And Journalism

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The most common exam scores among applicants accepted to UW Whitewater are between 20 - 25 for the ACT exam, or 1310 - 1610 on the SAT. UW Whitewater admits about 80% of applicants. Of those accepted, about 45% enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at uww.edu.

The tuition at UW Whitewater varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $7,900 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $16,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is about $3,700 annually. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that qualify by way of grants and loans.

The University of Wisconsin - Whitewater "Warhawks" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, tuition information, areas of study, and more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.uww.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Education Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Wisconsin – Whitewater 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

• La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN
  • Average Annual Salary: $54450

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

• La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN
  • Total Employment: 460
  • Average Annual Salary: $54200

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