Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies at University of Southern Mississippi
If you are interested in studying Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies, consider the program at University of Southern Mississippi. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Southern Mississippi sits in Hattiesburg, MS.
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Studying Online at University of Southern Mississippi
Online coursework is an option at University of Southern Mississippi. Of 13,170 students, 4,140 (31%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,550 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies Rankings at University of Southern Mississippi
Use these rankings to compare University of Southern Mississippi’s Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 10 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #14 of 75 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #63 of 48 |
Top-Paying Careers for Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies Graduates
Those who complete Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies program at University of Southern Mississippi go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $84,688 |
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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