Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
Program Availability
Schools Offering
123
196 total including inactive
States
19
Across 19 states
Graduates (2025)
2,385
Total completions
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 19 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Texas and New York.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$62,360
Athletes and Sports Competitors
Job Growth
+5.5%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$2,448
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Athletes and Sports Competitors. In-state tuition ranges from $600 to $11,700, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; leading, influencing, and persuading others
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Helping others
- Teaching
- Building things
- Working with hands
- Leadership roles
- Sales
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; leading, influencing, and persuading others?
Do you value speaking?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
- • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
- • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who prefer working independently
- • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.
Where Can You Study Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General?
Click on any state to view schools offering this program.
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