Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
Bachelor's degree · California State University-Chico · Chico, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies at California State University-Chico earn a median of $33,920 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $50,983 four years after graduating (middle half: $37,138–$67,192). Median debt is $17,886, about 53% of first-year earnings.
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| California State University-East Bay Hayward | $43,700 | — |
| California State University-Sacramento Sacramento | $40,338 | $19,181 |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $39,157 | $15,400 |
| California State University-Long Beach Long Beach | $35,532 | $14,750 |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $33,692 | $14,999 |
| California State University-Fresno Fresno | $32,697 | $14,061 |
| San Francisco State University San Francisco | $28,427 | $16,500 |
| California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata | $26,224 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies graduates from California State University-Chico make?
The median salary is $33,920 one year after graduation and $56,924 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,886.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.