Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness at Carson-Newman University
If you are interested in studying Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness, consider the program at Carson-Newman University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Carson-Newman University is in Jefferson City, TN.
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Studying Online at Carson-Newman University
Distance learning is available at Carson-Newman University. Among 2,669 students, 852 (32%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 787 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Rankings at Carson-Newman University
Rankings can help you compare Carson-Newman University’s Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #16 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #18 of 26 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #140 of 248 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #152 of 249 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #574 of 982 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #762 of 984 |
Earnings for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Graduates from Carson-Newman University
Graduates of Carson-Newman University’s Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,224 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 5 years | $48,549 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness graduates from Carson-Newman University stands at $25,625.
Best-Paid Careers for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Graduates
Graduates of the Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness program at Carson-Newman University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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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