Program Overview

Recreation Management (BS) - Outdoor Experiential Education

The outdoors can be your playground with App State’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Recreation Management - Outdoor Experiential Education. This program teaches wilderness leadership and safety skills, understanding group dynamics, and maximizing fun and safety. Students have opportunities to add certifications to their degree, preparing them to lead groups through various environments.

Application Deadlines

Important dates and deadlines for undergraduate admissions are available.

Location

The program is located on the Boone campus.

Program Details

• The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 8% job growth in this field over the next decade.
• Nearly all of App State Recreation Management students pass the exam required to become a Certified Park and Recreation Professional, the national standard for professionals in the field.
• The Department of Recreation Management and Physical Education is part of the Beaver College of Health Sciences.

R2 for High Research Activity

App State has earned a Research 2 Carnegie Classification, recognizing the university’s high research activity and doctorate production.

Top 3 in Innovation, Undergraduate Teaching

U.S. News & World Report has recognized App State as a top three school for innovation and the high quality of its undergraduate instruction for eight consecutive years.

A ‘Best College’ for Value

App State’s quality, affordability, and student outcomes place it among the nation’s best schools for value.

Elevate Your Education

Courses

• Students pursuing this major explore Outdoor Leadership, Environmental Education Skills, Inclusive Recreation, and more.
• View the Program of Study for detailed course information.

Minors

A minor is required. View all available minors.

Transferring Credits

Learn about App State’s credit transfer process and use the Transfer Equivalency Course Search tool to determine how courses may transfer.

Related Programs

• Recreation Management (BS) - Commercial Recreation and Tourism Management
• Recreation Management (BS) - Recreation and Park Management

General Education

App State’s General Education Program provides a foundational skill set with courses in history, natural and social sciences, and humanities.

Accelerated Master’s

Students can begin graduate studies as undergraduates and earn their master’s degree in as little as one year.

Careers and Mountaineers

Careers

• Camp Director
• Outdoor Leader
• Outdoor Program
• Recreation Therapy
• Recreation and Parks
• Student Development
  • Some roles may require education beyond a bachelor’s degree.

Career Information Resource

App State’s Career Development Center offers services including resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and tools for achieving life and professional success.

Faculty and Alumni Profiles

Faculty Profile: Kristian Jackson

Senior Lecturer Kristian Jackson applies his passion for mountain biking into stewardship, community service, and educational opportunities for students.

Alumna Profile: Lynn Heinmuller Fisher ’97

Lynn Heinmuller Fisher applies skills learned in outdoor experiential education to a career in emergency planning, including roles in community preparedness and emergency management.