We've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. In addition, we cover how Seattle U ranks in comparison to other schools with parks & rec programs.
Seattle U was ranked #70 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for parks & rec majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #3 in Washington.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Seattle University handed out 25 bachelor's degrees in parks, recreation, leisure, & fitness studies. This is a decrease of 17% over the previous year when 30 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 15 students received their master’s degree in parks & rec from Seattle U. This makes it the #184 most popular school for parks & rec master’s degree candidates in the country.
Seattle U Parks & Rec Students
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the parks & rec majors at Seattle University.
Seattle U Parks, Recreation, Leisure, & Fitness Studies Bachelor’s Program
The parks & rec program at Seattle U awarded 25 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 40% of these degrees went to men with the other 60% going to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Seattle University with a bachelor's in parks & rec.
Ethnic Background
Number of Students
Asian
8
Black or African American
1
Hispanic or Latino
3
White
6
Non-Resident Aliens
2
Other Races
5
Seattle U Parks, Recreation, Leisure, & Fitness Studies Master’s Program
Of the 15 parks & rec students who graduated with a master's degree in 2020-2021 from Seattle U, about 67% were men and 33% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 60% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Seattle University with a master's in parks & rec.
Ethnic Background
Number of Students
Asian
1
Black or African American
0
Hispanic or Latino
2
White
9
Non-Resident Aliens
1
Other Races
2
Parks & Rec Majors
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, & Fitness Studies students may decide to major in one of the following focus areas. Individual majors may not be available for all degree levels.