Overview

Students receive a standards-based curriculum in the areas of effective teaching (pedagogy), assessment, technique and theory courses, curriculum development, organization and administration, and in-school field experiences.

The Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) program from Eastern Illinois University instills the importance and value of quality physical education programs for schools, communities, and society. In addition, students engage and reflect on a variety of integrative learning experiences which positively impact self, youth, schools, and the community.

PETE Club

The PETE club is a great way for students to meet other majors in the program and engage in meaningful opportunities that will prepare them for a career in physical education. The club has professional meetings as well as social events. In addition, the Club has an EIU Physical Education Facebook page which highlights events in the program, job opportunities, etc. The Facebook page is a great way for current majors to stay in touch with alumni as well.

Accreditation

The PETE Program is nationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and one of the top programs for physical education majors in the state of Illinois.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Exercise Physiology

Literacy, Assessment, Differentiation

Human Physiology

Speech Communication

Physical Science

Structural Kinesiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Charleston, United States

Disciplines

Health Sciences Coaching Teaching View 1585 other Bachelors in Health Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.6

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

English Language Proficiency Requirement.

A completed International Student Financial Affidavit Form and a bank statement (submitted online via MyEIU account), documenting sufficient funding for the intended program of study.

A passport copy is required.

Non-refundable application fee of $30.00 U.S. in the form of a check, certified check or money order made payable to Eastern Illinois University, application fee is valid for one year.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

13037 USD / year

≈ 13037 USD / year
Out-of-State

10430 USD / year

≈ 10430 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10430 USD / year

≈ 10430 USD / year

Living costs

Charleston

United States

1100 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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PETE Club

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Charleston

Funding

Scholarships Information

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