Cheapest Health and Physical Education/Fitness Colleges in Oregon

Oregon's Health and Physical Education programs show a stark divide between public and private options, with Eastern Oregon University offering the lowest net cost at $15,987 compared to Pacific University's $35,350. The earnings data reveals some counterintuitive patterns, as Eastern Oregon graduates earn $35,060 annually while George Fox graduates earn just $23,579 despite paying nearly double in costs. Oregon's active lifestyle culture and growing healthcare sector, driven by organizations like Nike's wellness programs and Portland's expanding medical facilities, create steady demand for fitness professionals. The state's public universities dominate the affordable end, with four programs under $20,000 in net costs.

Programs

$15,987 – $35,350

Net Price Range

$28,936

Avg. Program Earnings

60.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Health and Physical Education/Fitness Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Eastern Oregon University La Grande, Oregon	$15,987	$10,671	36.6%	98.5%
2	Southern Oregon University Ashland, Oregon	$16,470	$12,093	44.2%	88.0%
3	Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend, Oregon	$17,722	$12,594	51.2%	79.0%
4	Western Oregon University Monmouth, Oregon	$18,290	$11,025	44.8%	83.4%
5	Warner Pacific University Portland, Oregon	$18,818	$21,010	82.1%	72.3%
6	Oregon State University Corvallis, Oregon	$19,568	$13,494	70.6%	82.5%
7	Willamette University Salem, Oregon	$23,663	$48,268	72.7%	80.6%
8	Corban University Salem, Oregon	$25,525	$37,208	61.0%	34.8%
9	Linfield University McMinnville, Oregon	$27,341	$49,530	65.2%	88.7%
10	George Fox University Newberg, Oregon	$29,981	$40,940	68.7%	91.7%
11	Pacific University Forest Grove, Oregon	$35,350	$54,466	64.8%	92.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Eastern Oregon University stand out for Health and Physical Education costs?

Eastern Oregon offers the lowest net cost at $15,987 while producing graduates who earn $35,060 annually, the highest in the state. The 98.52% acceptance rate makes it accessible to most applicants seeking affordable fitness education.

How do graduation rates compare between public and private programs?

Private schools generally show higher graduation rates, with Warner Pacific leading at 82.1% compared to Eastern Oregon's 36.6%. However, the cost difference is substantial, with private programs averaging over $25,000 in net costs versus under $20,000 for most public options.

Is there a connection between program cost and graduate earnings?

The data shows no clear correlation between higher costs and better earnings outcomes. Eastern Oregon's $15,987 program produces the highest-earning graduates at $35,060, while more expensive programs like George Fox result in lower earnings of $23,579.

Where do most affordable Health and Physical Education programs cluster in Oregon?

The four most affordable programs are all public universities: Eastern Oregon ($15,987), Southern Oregon ($16,470), Oregon State Cascades ($17,722), and Western Oregon ($18,290). These represent significant savings compared to private alternatives that start around $18,818.

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