Career Options
Careers for Physical Education Majors
- Physical Education Teacher (elementary, secondary, high school)
- Athletic Coach
- Sports and Recreation Manager
Starting Salary*
A physical education major’s typical starting salary is $40,500. The typical salary after 10–19 years is $50,000.
*Note: Salary information is provided for general reference only. APU does not guarantee the accuracy of the figures listed, and cannot predict or promise a specific salary for any graduate. For the most current salary estimates, please visit payscale.com.
Job Titles of People with Physical Education Degrees
- Recreation Leader, San Diego Recreation Department
- Fitness Teacher and Volleyball Coach, Olympia High School
- Wellness Coach, YMCA Ventura
- President, My Life Fitness
- Physical Education Teacher, Countryside Elementary School
- Operations Coordinator, Golden Dome Athletic Center, Rutgers-Newark
Note: This information is current for the 2013–14 academic year; however, all stated academic information is subject to change. Please refer to the current Academic Catalog for more information. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.
