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New Hampshire's Health and Physical Education programs show a striking $14,578 gap between the cheapest public option at Keene State ($19,164) and the most expensive at Southern New Hampshire University ($33,742). Plymouth State graduates earn $33,043 annually, reflecting demand from the state's growing healthcare sector and outdoor recreation industry that capitalizes on the White Mountains and lakes region. Public universities dominate the affordable tier, with all three state schools clustering under $24,000 in net costs.
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Programs
$19,164 – $33,742
Net Price Range
$31,174
Avg. Program Earnings
53.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $19,164 $14,710 58.4% 89.5%
2 $19,685 $14,558 47.4% 97.6%
3 $23,261 $19,112 76.4% 87.0%
4 $25,857 $18,400 61.6% 78.0%
5 $26,906 $44,963 46.1% 92.7%
6 $27,692 $37,791 58.7% 84.5%
7 $30,299 $41,578 31.1% 99.9%
8 $33,742 $16,450 44.9% 96.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide earnings gap between New Hampshire fitness program graduates?

Graduates from New England College earn just $21,234 annually while Southern New Hampshire University alumni make $36,992, a difference of $15,758. Program focus and regional employer connections likely drive this variation, with some schools emphasizing teaching while others target corporate wellness or healthcare settings.

How do graduation rates vary among New Hampshire's most affordable fitness programs?

University of New Hampshire leads with a 76.40% graduation rate despite charging $23,261 net cost. New England College struggles at 31.10% completion despite accepting 99.94% of applicants, while Keene State maintains 58.40% graduation rates at the lowest cost of $19,164.

Does attending a private college guarantee better career outcomes in fitness education?

Not necessarily in New Hampshire's market. Franklin Pierce University charges $26,906 but graduates earn $34,526, while the public University of New Hampshire costs less at $23,261 yet produces similar earnings at $33,192. Private college premiums don't always translate to salary advantages in this field.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.