Exercise Science and Kinesiology at Columbus State Community College in Columbus, OH

Parks, Recreation & Fitness ASSOCIATE CIP 31.0505

Total Graduates

19

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

68%

13 of 19

Female Graduates

32%

6 of 19

Annual Tuition & Fees

$5,488

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Exercise Science and Kinesiology.
Degree Level ASSOCIATE
CIP Code 31.0505
Program Family Parks, Recreation & Fitness

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 19 graduates
Award Year 2025
Gender Distribution 68% male, 32% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Columbus State Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Exercise Specialist Certificate37%87%87%$10,927
Sport & Exercise Studies - Sport Management Major AAS7%———

In the Exercise Specialist Certificate program at Columbus State Community College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 37% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,927 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Sport & Exercise Studies - Sport Management Major AAS program at Columbus State Community College, 7% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$58,160

10-Year Job Growth

+9.5%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$46,528+9.5%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$43,620

Peak Salary

$72,700

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)

● Active Listening
● Critical Thinking
● Speaking
● Reading Comprehension
● Instructing
● Writing
● Judgment and Decision Making
● Monitoring
● Social Perceptiveness
● Service Orientation

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

Location Columbus, OH

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $5,488
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $11,224
Average Net Price $8,108

Program Information

CIP Code: 31.0505
CIP Family: 31
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