Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies at Catawba College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catawba College | $31,901* | — | — | — |
| East Carolina University | $34,751* | $38,749 | $19,587 | 0.56 |
| Shaw University | $32,241* | $30,121 | $39,500 | 1.23 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro | $31,561* | — | $26,000 | 0.82 |
| University of Mount Olive | $27,219* | — | — | — |
| National Median | $34,451* | — | $22,500 | 0.65 |
Other Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Carolina University Greenville | $7,361 | $34,751 | $19,587 |
| Shaw University Raleigh | $17,176 | $32,241 | $39,500 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $7,593 | $31,561 | $26,000 |
| University of Mount Olive Mount Olive | $25,950 | $27,219 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Catawba College, approximately 39% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in NC. Actual outcomes may vary.