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Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies at Ohio University-Main Campus

Athens, OH · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $36,850/yr (9% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (56% exposed)

Job Market Very Small (1,100 openings/yr)

ROI 10.2x earnings multiple (5.8x out-of-state)

Ranked #16 of 59 Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$569K	$559K	$506K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.3x	10.2x	9.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.9x	5.8x	5.2x
Probability of Field Employment	42%	36%	26%
DegreeOutlook Score	39	38	28

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$54,984

Out-of-state: $96,456 (5.8x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$81,652

-49% less than sticker · See by income

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$59,913

63% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $36,850 at Ohio University-Main Campus come in 9% above the national median of $33,731 for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies programs.

With a 10.2x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 11% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

A #16 ranking among 59 Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies programs places Ohio University-Main Campus in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The $36,850-to-$59,913 earnings arc over five years reflects a 63% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Ohio University-Main Campus

Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 85% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, serving 18,456 students in Athens, OH.

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Top Career Paths

Recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary $75,890/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 38/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies at Ohio University-Main Campus?

At 38/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies at Ohio University-Main Campus?

The 56% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →