Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (6 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Lindenwood UniversitySaint Charles | $21,100 | $38,725* | — | — | — |
 Northwest Missouri State UniversityMaryville | $10,181 | $42,389* | — | $25,250 | 0.60 |
 University of Missouri-ColumbiaColumbia | $14,130 | $38,725* | $46,530 | $21,500 | 0.56 |
 Missouri State University-SpringfieldSpringfield | $9,024 | $28,345* | $42,815 | $27,457 | 0.97 |
| National Median | — | $34,451* | — | $22,500 | 0.65 |
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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 Lindenwood University, approximately 29% 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 3 similar programs in MO. Actual outcomes may vary.