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Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Schools in Michigan

In 2020-2021, 222 students earned their Parks & Rec degrees in MI.

A Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness major is the 20th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Majors in Michigan

Parks & Rec majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 204
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 16
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2

Gender Distribution

In Michigan, a parks and rec major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of parks and rec majors in Michigan is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.3%
  • Black or African American: 13.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.0%
  • White: 53.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 17.6%
  • Other Races: 8.1%
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Jobs for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Grads in Michigan

There are 77,270 people in the state and 3,460,360 people in the nation working in parks and rec jobs.

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Wages for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Jobs in Michigan

In this state, parks and rec grads earn an average of $48,730. Nationwide, they make an average of $54,760.

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There are 9 colleges in Michigan that offer parks and rec degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

54 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
26,241 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. This public school has an average net price of $13,962. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time.

52 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
47,907 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $62,027 after earning their degree at this institution. This public school has an average net price of $14,878. The average student takes 4.16 years to complete their degree at U-M.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
49,695 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time. A typical student attending Michigan State will pay a net price of $19,058.

#4

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant
26 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
17,311 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,007. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 76%.

23 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
19,887 Total Students

The average student takes 4.64 years to complete their degree at WMU. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $20,371. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
16,294 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 99% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 7.10% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $39,128 after graduation.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
7,368 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 95% of students receive it. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,323 after earning their degree at this institution. The 7.90% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#8

Adrian College

Adrian
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
1,865 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $40,392 after graduation. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $24,982. The student loan default rate is 7.60% which is lower than average.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
6,873 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 99% of students get financical aid. Graduates earn an average $62,106 after graduation.

Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Careers in MI

Some of the careers parks and rec majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Athletic Trainers 20% $49,310
Exercise Physiologists 12% $47,760
Coaches and Scouts 11% $35,580
Athletes and Sports Competitors 10% $38,880
Recreation and Fitness Studies Professors 9% $0
General and Operations Managers 9% $101,270
Managers 7% $95,390

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to parks and rec.

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Public & Social Service 1,815
Legal Professions 1,373
Law Enforcement & Firefighting 136

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