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2024 Best Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies Schools in Massachusetts

1 College in Massachusetts
20 Parks & Rec Degrees Awarded
$35,399 Avg Early-Career Salary
When it comes to popularity, parks, recreation & leisure studies sits in the middle of the road, ranking #166 out of 395 majors in the country. As such, the degree program isn't offered at every college in the United States, but there are schools that do have a program in the field that are top-notch when it comes to quality.

There was only one school in Massachusetts to review for the 2024 Best Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies Schools in Massachusetts ranking.

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Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies Rankings by Degree Level

Bachelor's Degrees in Parks & Rec

Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies Schools in Massachusetts ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision. You can also filter this list by location to find schools closer to you.

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Best Schools for Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies in Massachusetts

Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the parks & rec degree levels they offer.

Top Massachusetts Schools in Parks & Rec

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Gordon College
Wenham, MA
Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
$35,399 Median Starting Salary

Gordon College is a great decision for students interested in a degree in parks, recreation & leisure studies. Located in the large suburb of Wenham, Gordon College is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

After graduation, parks & rec degree recipients usually earn an average of $35,399 in their early careers.

More information about a degree in parks, recreation & leisure studies from Gordon College

Best Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies Colleges in the New England Region

Explore all the Best Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies Schools in the New England Area or other specific states within that region.

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
New Hampshire 210 0
Maine 202 8

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One of 4 majors within the Parks, Recreation, Leisure, & Fitness Studies area of study, Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies has other similar majors worth exploring.

Parks & Rec Focus Areas

Major Annual Graduates
Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies 20

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Related Major Annual Graduates
Health & Physical Education 1,163
Outdoor Education 12
Recreation Administration 8
Other Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies 7

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