College of Health Sciences
Recreation Management
Planning and leading recreation, parks, and outdoor programs.
About this program
A recreation and parks management degree covering program planning, outdoor and adventure programming, and facility administration.
What you will be able to do
- Design and lead a recreation program for a defined population
- Manage a recreation facility's budget and staffing
- Plan an outdoor or adventure program with a written risk plan
- Complete a supervised internship with a parks or recreation partner
Courses you will take
A sample of required coursework. Full requirements are in the official catalog.
| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| RECR 1500 | Foundations of Recreation and Leisure |
| RECR 2100 | Program Planning and Leadership |
| RECR 3500 | Administration of Recreation Services |
| RECR 4900 | Recreation Management Internship |
| General education & support courses | Title |
|---|---|
| RECR 2300 | Outdoor and Adventure Programming |
| RECR 3700 | Risk Management in Recreation |
Where graduates go
- Recreation Program Coordinator
- Parks & Recreation Assistant
- Camp Director
- Outdoor Programs Coordinator
Median starting salary for recent graduates: $39,200. Reported placement within six months of graduation: 81%.
DegreeB.S.
Credits120
Typical length4 years
CollegeHealth Sciences
Median starting salary$39,200
Placement81%
Take the next step.
Applications for fall are open. No fee, no essay, and a decision in about two weeks.