Physical Education Teacher Education M.S.

Next Start Date May 17, 2021

Apply Request Information

Courses Required

$614

cost per credit hour

Total Credit Hours

Curriculum developed and taught by faculty from

College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences

Degree Awarded: Master of Science in Physical Education Teacher Education

Relay the Benefits of an Active Lifestyle

The Master of Science in Physical Education Teacher Education offered by the College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences is a part-time program designed for teaching professionals. You will gain the skills necessary to design and implement comprehensive school activity programs, create evidence-based curriculum and instructional models in physical education and sport, integrate instructional technology in the gymnasium, classroom and sports arena, and implement physical activity programs for school-aged children.

Apply Now

Learning Formats

Online Courses

Start Dates

May 17, 2021
August 18, 2021
January 10, 2022
May 16, 2022

Meet Kelly Legg

Your personal admissions and enrollment coach

(304) 293-0112

Kelly.Legg@mail.wvu.edu

Schedule a virtual session with me.

“I am a graduate of the WVU School of Business and Economics with a degree in business administration. I am here to service, support and simplify the enrollment process. Our online programs are the perfect opportunity for working individuals to pursue another degree.”

Learn more about Kelly Legg.

Kelly Legg WVU Online Admissions Counselor Portrait

Program Details

The Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) degree, offered by the College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences, is offered fully online and designed for teachers with demanding schedules who need to balance work, family, and education. The curriculum is aligned with advanced teaching standards (Professional Knowledge, Practice and Leadership) established by the Society for Health and Physical Educators and is ideal for teachers seeking professional development and career advancement. The unique sequencing of theoretical courses and applied labs allows teachers to apply concepts immediately with learners in their own K-12 classrooms. Some states and school districts may provide an endorsement for certified teachers upon completion of the program and after passing content area exams such as the PRAXIS II. This is a non-licensure program in WV, however, and does not provide initial teaching certification in physical education.

*This is not a licensure program and will not provide initial teaching certification in physical education.

Curriculum Program Website

Estimated Tuition

Estimated Tuition and Fees

Physical Education Teacher Education M.S. requires 30 credit hours to complete. Cost per credit hour is $614.

Total Degree Cost

$18,420 – Residents and Non-Residents

Cost Breakdown by Credit Hours

Estimated Tuition Based on Credit Hours
Credits	Cost
1	$614
3	$1,842
6	$3,684
9	$5,526

Financial Aid

Financial aid is available. Students are encouraged to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form to determine their eligibility for federal and state funds as well as scholarships. WVU’s FAFSA Code is 003827.

Admissions

Admissions Requirements

A baccalaureate degree with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. Have access to youth (children and adolescents) in school-based physical education or community physical activity/sports settings throughout the duration of the program for course assignments and follow-up application tasks. *Students may be admitted provisionally with a GPA of 2.75 or lower; however, provisional students must earn a 3.0 in the first 9 hours of coursework to continue in the program.

Admissions

Apply with the online Graduate Application
Pay graduate application fee
Resume highlighting professional background, experience and qualifications
Personal statement: 1-2 written pages on professional goals and reasons for seeking admission
Request official transcripts from all institutions attended (other than WVU) and
1. Mail to:
  WVU Office of Graduate Admissions
  One Waterfront Place
  PO Box 6510
  Morgantown, WV 26506-6510
2. or Email to:
  GraduateAdmissions@mail.wvu.edu

No GRE is required. International students must submit TOEFL scores.

Application Deadlines:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until August 1 for a fall term start, December 15 for a spring term start, and May 1 for a summer term start.

Program Admissions Details

Careers

Career Paths

Students who graduate from WVU Online with the Physical Education Teacher Education M.S. degree may be prepared for the following careers. These are only a few examples of some of the many opportunities that will be open to you with this degree. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for some positions.

ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION SPECIALIST
Projected Growth: 7-10% *Bright Outlook
EDUCATION ADMINISTRATOR – ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
Projected Growth: 4-6%
EDUCATION ADMINISTRATOR – POSTSECONDARY
Projected Growth: 7-10% *Bright Outlook
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Projected Growth: 2-3% *Bright Outlook
MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER
Projected Growth: 4-6%
SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Projected Growth: 4-6%
PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROFESSOR
Projected Growth: 7-10% *Bright Outlook
COACH
Projected Growth: 11% or higher *Bright Outlook

Information about careers on this list comes from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

Learn more about this program

Complete the form, and we’ll send you program information. If you want, give us your phone number, and we’ll call and answer any questions you have. We won’t share this information with anyone.

First Name

Last Name

Phone Number

Email Address

Zip Code

Program of Interest

Program Start Term

I acknowledge by submitting this form my data is available to WVU.