The four-year program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Recreation prepares students for professional employment in a variety of private and public recreation settings or graduate studies in the recreation field. The Fitness Management Option is designed for students interested in careers in corporate fitness, wellness centers, hospitals, YMCAs and private health clubs. The Outdoor Services Option is designed to prepare students for careers in camp administration, state and federal parks, environmental interpretation, outdoor education, adventure programming, scouting and wildlife conservation.
Graduates acquire a mix of natural science, programming theory and resource management skills.
Students will be able to understand, use and preserve our nation's natural resources. The Leisure Management Option equips students for careers in community recreation, YMCA and YWCAs, military recreation, sport administration, resorts, cruise lines and major event management. Students are taught to plan and promote recreation programs with an emphasis on leadership, marketing and business skills. The Therapeutic Recreation Option is designed for students to work with disabled population groups in a variety of settings such as rehabilitation, psychiatric, and long-term care. Students will be prepared to take the National Council on Therapeutic Recreation Certification exam.