Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies

Bachelor's degree · University of Southern Mississippi · Hattiesburg, MS

CIP 31.01

$25,354Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$45,056Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$27,518Median federal debt

—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies at University of Southern Mississippi earn a median of $25,354 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 $27,518, about 109% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies graduates from University of Southern Mississippi make?

The median salary is $25,354 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,518.

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