Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies at Southern Utah University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Utah
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Utah (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Utah University | $37,009* | $39,463 | $22,448* | — |
| Brigham Young University | $47,596* | $51,688 | $12,000* | 0.25 |
| University of Utah | $37,009* | $42,364 | $22,982* | 0.62 |
| Utah State University | $35,079* | $37,883 | —* | — |
| National Median | $34,451* | — | $22,500* | 0.65 |
Other Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies Programs in Utah
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Utah schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brigham Young University Provo | $6,496 | $47,596 | $12,000 |
| University of Utah Salt Lake City | $9,315 | $37,009 | $22,982 |
| Utah State University Logan | $9,228 | $35,079 | — |
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 Utah 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.
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 UT. Actual outcomes may vary.