Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Bachelor's degree · Southern Methodist University · Dallas, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness at Southern Methodist University earn a median of $45,519 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $54,562 four years after graduating (middle half: $39,049–$73,020). Median debt is $22,581, about 50% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Rice University Houston | $51,110 | $10,000 |
| Lubbock Christian University Lubbock | $46,359 | $23,500 |
| University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio | $40,453 | $27,593 |
| West Texas A & M University Canyon | $40,313 | $19,500 |
| Sul Ross State University Alpine | $39,723 | $26,250 |
| Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches | $38,249 | $24,121 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $37,044 | $18,667 |
| Sam Houston State University Huntsville | $37,005 | $22,651 |
| East Texas A&M University Commerce | $36,305 | $20,000 |
| Tarleton State University Stephenville | $36,117 | $19,178 |
| Saint Edward's University Austin | $36,001 | $21,125 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $35,583 | $20,730 |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston | $35,107 | $14,000 |
| University of North Texas Denton | $35,039 | $22,000 |
| Houston Christian University Houston | $34,720 | $19,910 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness graduates from Southern Methodist University make?
The median salary is $45,519 one year after graduation and $80,147 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,581.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.