Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness at Aurora University
If you plan to study Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness, consider the program at Aurora University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Aurora University is located in Aurora, IL.
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Studying Online at Aurora University
Many students take online classes at Aurora University. Of 5,923 students, 1,827 (31%) studied exclusively online and 802 (14%) took at least some classes online.
Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Rankings at Aurora University
Use these rankings to compare Aurora University’s Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #8 of 34 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #19 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #27 of 143 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #62 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #160 of 984 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #504 of 982 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #8 of 34 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #19 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #27 of 143 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #62 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #160 of 984 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #504 of 982 |
Earnings for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Graduates from Aurora University
Those who finish Aurora University’s Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,066 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness graduates from Aurora University is $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Graduates
Those who complete Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness program at Aurora University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling | $170,172 |
| Facilities Managers | $157,669 |
| General and Operations Managers | $149,694 |
| Exercise Physiologists | $144,072 |
| Security Managers | $104,128 |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $84,688 |
| Athletic Trainers | $79,834 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $78,709 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $54,441 |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | $43,138 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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