Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies

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#1

#1 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA

At Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

60

SAT Score

1,070–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$21,856

Median Starting Salary

$53,159

#2

#2 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of Nebraska at Kearney
Kearney, NE

Each year, the University of Nebraska at Kearney grants about 131 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

52

SAT Score

970–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$16,249

Median Starting Salary

$50,709

#3

#3 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Indiana University-Bloomington
Bloomington, IN

At Indiana University-Bloomington, the three most popular college majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Public Administration, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

124

SAT Score

1,210–1,410

Est. Net Price *

$16,282

Median Starting Salary

$51,172

#4

#4 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Accounting, Computer Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

91

SAT Score

1,290–1,510

Est. Net Price *

$14,297

Median Starting Salary

$46,934

#5

#5 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA

Each year, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo awards around 753 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

30%

Annual Degrees Awarded

95

SAT Score

1,230–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$16,888

Median Starting Salary

$48,794

#6

#6 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Brigham Young University
Provo, UT

At Brigham Young University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Exercise Physiology, Accounting, Finance, and General. In fact, Brigham Young University grants 235 degrees annually to graduating Exercise Physiology students....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

105

SAT Score

1,310–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$14,643

Median Starting Salary

$45,728

#7

#7 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO

Every year, the University of Missouri-Columbia awards around 627 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Journalism, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

83

SAT Score

1,150–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$20,006

Median Starting Salary

$51,364

#8

#8 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV

At Shepherd University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

36

SAT Score

920–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$12,651

Median Starting Salary

$49,586

#9

#9 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR

Annually, the University of Arkansas grants about 330 degrees to students studying Finance, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

79

SAT Score

1,080–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$17,475

Median Starting Salary

$49,043

#10

#10 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
Bowling Green, OH

At Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

59

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$20,987

Median Starting Salary

$52,313

#11

#11 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA

Every year, the University of Iowa grants around 361 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Finance, General, Behavioral Sciences, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

1,120–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$20,121

Median Starting Salary

$50,875

#12

#12 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Houghton University
Houghton, NY

At Houghton University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,170–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$22,358

Median Starting Salary

$52,270

#13

#13 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Grambling State University
Grambling, LA

At Grambling State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

24%

Annual Degrees Awarded

37

SAT Score

860–1,050

Est. Net Price *

$19,092

Median Starting Salary

$46,862

#14

#14 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

California State University-Chico
Chico, CA

Every year, California State University-Chico awards around 569 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Sociology....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

79

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$15,187

Median Starting Salary

$45,865

#15

#15 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Western Colorado University
Gunnison, CO

At Western Colorado University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,030–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$17,709

Median Starting Salary

$51,079

#16

#16 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

California State University-Long Beach
Long Beach, CA

Annually, California State University-Long Beach grants around 1491 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

47%

Annual Degrees Awarded

79

SAT Score

1,030–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$9,731

Median Starting Salary

$44,357

#17

#17 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Radford University
Radford, VA

Every year, Radford University grants around 229 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

41

SAT Score

960–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$18,282

Median Starting Salary

$50,783

#18

#18 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Winona State University
Winona, MN

Each year, Winona State University awards about 220 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, General, and Social Work....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

35

SAT Score

1,010–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$18,919

Median Starting Salary

$53,565

#19

#19 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

California State University-Sacramento
Sacramento, CA

Each year, California State University-Sacramento grants about 885 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

74

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$11,183

Median Starting Salary

$46,168

#20

#20 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL

At the University of South Alabama, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

41

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$13,613

Median Starting Salary

$45,599

#21

#21 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA

At Western Washington University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Creative Writing. In fact, Western Washington University awards 218 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

43

SAT Score

1,120–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$22,096

Median Starting Salary

$47,922

#22

#22 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science
Paul Smiths, NY

At Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Natural Resources Management and Policy, Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management, and Forest Management/Forest Resources Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

920–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$26,370

Median Starting Salary

$51,879

#23

#23 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Each year, Northern Arizona University awards about 462 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

56

SAT Score

990–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$16,544

Median Starting Salary

$48,148

#24

#24 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO

At Northwest Missouri State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

970–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$15,497

Median Starting Salary

$50,818

#25

#25 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS

Annually, Pittsburg State University grants about 128 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$19,357

Median Starting Salary

$48,873

#26

#26 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus
Stillwater, OK

At Oklahoma State University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Mechanical Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

38

SAT Score

1,040–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$18,291

Median Starting Salary

$46,739

#27

#27 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Gordon College
Wenham, MA

Annually, Gordon College grants about 38 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

59%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,190–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$25,250

Median Starting Salary

$54,100

#28

#28 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA

At Georgia Southern University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

43

SAT Score

980–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$16,957

Median Starting Salary

$48,542

#29

#29 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

York College of Pennsylvania
York, PA

Each year, York College of Pennsylvania grants about 145 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$21,036

Median Starting Salary

$53,684

#30

#30 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Mars Hill University
Mars Hill, NC

At Mars Hill University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, Psychology, and General. In fact, Mars Hill University grants 38 degrees annually to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

960–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$19,842

Median Starting Salary

$48,867

#31

#31 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro, NC

Annually, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro grants about 375 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

37

SAT Score

1,110–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$10,592

Median Starting Salary

$47,251

#32

#32 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT

At the University of Utah, the most popular majors students study are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Communication, General, and Computer Science. In fact, the University of Utah awards 413 degrees every year to Research and Experimental Psychology, Other majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

1,130–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$13,341

Median Starting Salary

$44,768

#33

#33 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

California State University-Fresno
Fresno, CA

At California State University-Fresno, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

44

SAT Score

890–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$7,303

Median Starting Salary

$46,099

#34

#34 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Ohio University-Main Campus
Athens, OH

Each year, Ohio University-Main Campus grants around 1714 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

1,110–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$20,550

Median Starting Salary

$49,413

#35

#35 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA

At the University of Northern Iowa, the most popular majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, General, Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$15,931

Median Starting Salary

$52,344

#36

#36 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Alaska Pacific University
Anchorage, AK

Annually, Alaska Pacific University grants around 16 degrees to those majoring in Counseling Psychology, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

870–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$23,667

Median Starting Salary

$49,334

#37

#37 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

California State University-East Bay
Hayward, CA

At California State University-East Bay, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

41

SAT Score

830–1,050

Est. Net Price *

$10,874

Median Starting Salary

$45,519

#38

#38 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Shaw University
Raleigh, NC

Each year, Shaw University awards around 28 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Social Work, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

30%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

660–870

Est. Net Price *

$14,111

Median Starting Salary

$45,572

#39

#39 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY

Each year, Ithaca College grants around 120 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,210–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$34,297

Median Starting Salary

$57,014

#40

#40 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia, AR

Every year, Ouachita Baptist University awards around 29 degrees to those studying Communication, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Adult Health Nurse/Nursing, and Christian Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$22,087

Median Starting Salary

$50,331

#41

#41 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Newberry College
Newberry, SC

Each year, Newberry College awards about 46 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

890–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$20,941

Median Starting Salary

$49,845

#42

#42 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC

Annually, East Carolina University grants around 374 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

1,050–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$14,470

Median Starting Salary

$49,096

#43

#43 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA

At San Jose State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$13,833

Median Starting Salary

$44,461

#44

#44 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

Each year, San Diego State University grants around 1806 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

35%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,100–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$19,500

Median Starting Salary

$44,451

#45

#45 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Messiah University
Mechanicsburg, PA

At Messiah University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,110–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$29,882

Median Starting Salary

$53,524

#46

#46 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL

Annually, Jacksonville State University grants about 295 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

940–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$14,511

Median Starting Salary

$46,652

#47

#47 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR

At Oregon State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Oregon State University grants 877 degrees per year to graduating Computer Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,110–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$21,868

Median Starting Salary

$45,844

#48

#48 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Missouri State University-Springfield
Springfield, MO

Annually, Missouri State University-Springfield grants about 247 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Elementary Education and Teaching, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,010–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$17,104

Median Starting Salary

$48,243

#49

#49 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA

At San Francisco State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$13,353

Median Starting Salary

$45,793

#50

#50 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Baker University
Baldwin City, KS

At Baker University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Business/Commerce, and General. In fact, Baker University grants 73 degrees annually to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

760–1,080

Est. Net Price *

$23,410

Median Starting Salary

$48,987

#51

#51 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Ferrum College
Ferrum, VA

At Ferrum College, the three most popular college majors students study are Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, and Accounting. In fact, Ferrum College grants 24 degrees annually to Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

880–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$22,521

Median Starting Salary

$48,698

#52

#52 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth, MN

At the University of Minnesota Duluth, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,140–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$19,542

Median Starting Salary

$52,760

#53

#53 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Alcorn State University
Alcorn State, MS

At Alcorn State University, the most popular majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

25%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

850–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$13,155

Median Starting Salary

$45,832

#54

#54 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of Mount Olive
Mount Olive, NC

At the University of Mount Olive, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Early Childhood Education and Teaching, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

930–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$17,893

Median Starting Salary

$47,579

#55

#55 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

SUNY College at Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY

At SUNY College at Plattsburgh, the three most popular college majors students study are Accounting, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, SUNY College at Plattsburgh awards 107 degrees annually to graduating Accounting students....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,100–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$15,982

Median Starting Salary

$49,091

#56

#56 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI

At Northern Michigan University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

990–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$17,937

Median Starting Salary

$50,349

#57

#57 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT

At Southern Utah University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, Southern Utah University awards 109 degrees per year to General Studies majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$12,375

Median Starting Salary

$47,998

#58

#58 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe, AZ

Annually, Arizona State University Campus Immersion grants around 1185 degrees to students studying Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,090–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$16,401

Median Starting Salary

$43,888

#59

#59 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS

Every year, the University of Southern Mississippi grants about 205 degrees to those studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,010–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$14,050

Median Starting Salary

$45,861

#60

#60 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL

At Olivet Nazarene University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

970–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$22,707

Median Starting Salary

$51,180

#61

#61 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Arcata, CA

At California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Environmental Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

970–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$13,837

Median Starting Salary

$45,722

#62

#62 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

CUNY Lehman College
Bronx, NY

At CUNY Lehman College, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

860–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$4,076

Median Starting Salary

$43,881

#63

#63 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Emporia State University
Emporia, KS

At Emporia State University, the most popular majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$15,441

Median Starting Salary

$49,985

#64

#64 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of Maine
Orono, ME

At the University of Maine, the most popular majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Maine awards 111 degrees per year to graduating Mechanical Engineering students....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,080–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$18,237

Median Starting Salary

$50,322

#65

#65 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

SUNY Cortland
Cortland, NY

Annually, SUNY Cortland grants about 165 degrees to students majoring in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,100–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$18,474

Median Starting Salary

$53,819

#66

#66 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Carbondale, IL

At Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, the most popular majors students pursue are Aviation/Airway Management and Operations, Trade and Industrial Teacher Education, and Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

940–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$16,131

Median Starting Salary

$46,674

#67

#67 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Simpson University
Redding, CA

At Simpson University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Simpson University grants 64 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

990–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$28,453

Median Starting Salary

$47,768

#68

#68 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Aurora University
Aurora, IL

At Aurora University, the most popular majors students pursue are Social Work, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Aurora University grants 203 degrees per year to Social Work majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

950–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$19,220

Median Starting Salary

$49,252

#69

#69 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO

Each year, Lindenwood University awards about 188 degrees to students majoring in Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,020–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$18,698

Median Starting Salary

$48,237

#70

#70 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR

Each year, Southern Oregon University grants around 110 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

980–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$17,433

Median Starting Salary

$47,459

#71

#71 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Salem State University
Salem, MA

Every year, Salem State University grants around 155 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

990–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$19,324

Median Starting Salary

$49,168

#72

#72 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, SC

At North Greenville University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Health and Wellness, General, and Sport and Fitness Administration/Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,060–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$20,264

Median Starting Salary

$49,493

#73

#73 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI

Every year, Western Michigan University grants about 191 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Finance, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,000–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$20,183

Median Starting Salary

$48,769

#74

#74 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO

At Southeast Missouri State University, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Southeast Missouri State University grants 118 degrees per year to General Studies majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

890–1,080

Est. Net Price *

$14,843

Median Starting Salary

$48,203

#75

#75 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Catawba College
Salisbury, NC

Every year, Catawba College awards around 45 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,030–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$18,319

Median Starting Salary

$50,245

#76

#76 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Beckley, WV

Each year, West Virginia University Institute of Technology grants about 24 degrees to students studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include General Studies, Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

61%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$11,015

Median Starting Salary

$48,050

#77

#77 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX

Each year, Midwestern State University awards about 197 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

910–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$11,798

Median Starting Salary

$47,993

#78

#78 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA

Each year, Eastern Washington University awards about 121 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Exercise Physiology, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

890–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$13,786

Median Starting Salary

$48,045

#79

#79 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK

At the University of Central Oklahoma, the three most popular college majors students study are General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Central Oklahoma awards 213 degrees per year to General Studies majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$18,893

Median Starting Salary

$47,104

#80

#80 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO

Annually, Metropolitan State University of Denver awards around 238 degrees to those majoring in Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

890–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$13,727

Median Starting Salary

$47,242

#81

#81 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK

Each year, Southeastern Oklahoma State University grants around 81 degrees to students studying General Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

970–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$8,064

Median Starting Salary

$47,276

#82

#82 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Benedict College
Columbia, SC

At Benedict College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Sport and Fitness Administration/Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

820–1,010

Est. Net Price *

$18,146

Median Starting Salary

$45,342

#83

#83 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Montana State University Billings
Billings, MT

Every year, Montana State University Billings grants around 119 degrees to students studying Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,000–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$13,252

Median Starting Salary

$47,653

#84

#84 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Central State University
Wilberforce, OH

At Central State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business/Commerce, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Education, and General. In fact, Central State University awards 143 degrees every year to Business/Commerce, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

46%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

800–970

Est. Net Price *

$14,821

Median Starting Salary

$47,720

#85

#85 Best College for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the U.S.

Arizona State University Digital Immersion
Scottsdale, AZ

At Arizona State University Digital Immersion, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

39

SAT Score

860–1,020

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$47,365

*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

About Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies

A program that focuses on the principles underlying recreational and leisure activities, and the practices involved in providing indoor and outdoor recreational facilities and services for the general public.

Those who are passionate about Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies can study up to a Bachelors degree. Right now, 2,278 students are granted some level of degree in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies around the United States each year. More students earn a degree in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies in the state of California than any other state. The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies is $39,000.

Popularity of Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying job for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies majors is Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary. But, another thing to consider is how much demand there is for specific careers. A career that is in high need that a degree in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies can prepare you for is Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
2,278
Female Students
1,255 (55%)
Male Students
1,023 (44%)

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