Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness at University of Southern Maine
If you plan to study Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness, take a look at what University of Southern Maine. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Southern Maine is located in Portland, ME.
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Studying Online at University of Southern Maine
Distance learning is available at University of Southern Maine. Among 7,604 students, 1,870 (25%) studied exclusively online and 2,803 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Rankings at University of Southern Maine
Use these rankings to compare University of Southern Maine’s Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maine | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #6 of 50 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #40 of 52 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #264 of 982 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #684 of 984 |
Earnings for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Graduates from University of Southern Maine
Students who complete University of Southern Maine’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 | $29,990 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness graduates from University of Southern Maine stands at $25,500.
Top-Paying Careers for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness Graduates
Those who complete Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness program at University of Southern Maine go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness majors, 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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