Sports & Fitness
Virginia Commonwealth University · Richmond, VA
The Sports & Fitness program at Virginia Commonwealth University awards a Master degree. Graduates earn a median salary of $61,300 four years after completion, near the national median for this field. Graduates typically enter roles like Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary, Entertainment and Recreation Managers, and Athletes and Sports Competitors. Entertainment and Recreation Managers is projected to grow 8% over the next decade. The median salary for Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary is $75,770. Approximately 48 students completed this program in the most recent reporting year.
Master
Median Earnings (4yr)
$61,300
Completers
48
Related Careers
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $75,770 | Not reported | 13,270 |
| Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling | $73,460 | 8% | 29,690 |
| Athletes and Sports Competitors | $70,280 | 5% | 14,930 |
| Athletic Trainers | $57,930 | 11% | 28,480 |
| Exercise Physiologists | $54,860 | 9% | 8,060 |
Show 2 more related occupations
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $46,480 | 12% | 279,450 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $45,910 | 6% | 238,980 |
Institution Overview
In-State Tuition
$16,945
Out-of-State Tuition
$40,109
Graduation Rate
64.2%
Total Enrollment
20,753
Same Program at Other Institutions
- Columbia University in the City of New York — $107,139
- CUNY Brooklyn College — $88,828
- Northwestern University — $82,178
- Georgetown University — $81,035
- Drexel University — $79,407