Where Southern Oregon University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all parks, recreation and leisure studies bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Southern Oregon University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Oregon University | $19,139 | $42,893 | +124% |
| California State University-Chico | $33,920 | $54,762 | +61% |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $34,742 | $54,075 | +56% |
| Oregon State University | $34,451 | $47,694 | +38% |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus | $34,451 | $47,694 | +38% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Oregon
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (3 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Southern Oregon UniversityAshland | $12,093 | $19,139 | $42,893 | $22,448* | — |
 Oregon State UniversityCorvallis | $13,494 | $34,451 | $47,694 | $22,500* | 0.65 |
 Oregon State University-Cascades CampusBend | $12,594 | $34,451 | $47,694 | $22,500* | 0.65 |
| National Median | — | $34,451 | — | $22,500* | 0.65 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with parks, recreation and leisure studies graduates
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 Southern Oregon University, approximately 24% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.