Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies

Bachelor's degree · Northern Michigan University · Marquette, MI

CIP 31.01

$28,890Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$40,825Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$20,000Median federal debt
18Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies at Northern Michigan University earn a median of $28,890 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 $20,000, about 69% of first-year earnings.

Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant
$27,511—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies graduates from Northern Michigan University make?

The median salary is $28,890 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.