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Bachelor of Physical Education Grades K-12
University of Wisconsin-Superior
- Superior, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A teacher-preparation major in physical education for grades K-12.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for degrees on the STEM Designated Degree Program List with an E-Verify employer and Form I-983 (up to 36 months total for STEM)): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
Career outcomes
- K-12 physical education teacher
- Coach
Curriculum
- Physical education teacher preparation for grades K-12 with classroom experience throughout coursework and a full semester of student teaching
- Placed with help from the Field Experience Coordinator. Also meets Wisconsin K-12 coaching licensure
- Optional minors or certificates in coaching
- Health education or adaptive physical education.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school diploma or graduation certificate with examining-board results and transcripts of any post-secondary study. English proof required for most applicants (IELTS 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 61
- Duolingo 100
- PTE 47)
- with exemptions. SAT/ACT optional. No minimum GPA is published for international first-year applicants.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school records (diploma, Graduation certificate, Examining board results) and transcripts of all post-secondary study for transfer applicants, Passport page, Financial Verification Form with bank statement, SAT/ACT and essay optional
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 61
- TOEFL PBT 500
- Duolingo 100
- PTE Academic 47
- Cambridge 169
Documents you’ll need
- Secondary School Records and Graduation Certificate
- English Language Proficiency Evidence If Applicable
- Passport Copy
How to apply
- Check requirements: this applies to non-US citizens seeking an on-campus bachelor's degree on an F-1 or J-1 visa. Apply at apply.wisconsin.edu (UW System application); there is no standard application fee but a 50 USD International Admissions Processing Service fee is required. Send secondary diploma and records
- post-secondary transcripts with English translations
- passport page
- English proof
- the Financial Verification Form with a bank letter. Deadlines: Fall preferred May 1
- final July 1; Spring preferred October 1
- final November Decision in 2-3 weeks; pay the 100 USD enrollment deposit. Request the I-20 and apply for the F-1 visa with proof of funds. Send official paper documents on arrival.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $18,155 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Superior |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | Education; Health and Human Performance |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for degrees on the STEM Designated Degree Program List with an E-Verify employer and Form I-983 (up to 36 months total for STEM) |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $18,155 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The estimated living cost is $9,960 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 61, TOEFL PBT 500, Duolingo 100, PTE Academic 47, Cambridge 169.

