About this Program

The Minor in Park, Recreation, and Tourism Management prepares students for careers within public, nonprofit and commercial park, recreation and tourism agencies. Possible settings include hotels, municipal parks and recreation departments, outdoor outfitters and event planning organizations.

Program Highlights

  • Service learning opportunities in the local community, such as Family Diabetes Camp and the Virginia International Tattoo Festival

  • Opportunities for additional professional certifications from the American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute or Wilderness Medical Associates International

AT A GLANCE
Degree Level
Undergraduate
Degree Earned
Minor
Delivery Modes
On-Campus

Careers

Check out these ideas from Â鶹´«Ã½'s Center for Career & Leadership Development and the . A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.

Travel Guides

Plan, organize, and conduct long distance travel, tours, and expeditions for individuals and groups.

Recreation Workers

$27,950 Median Salary

Conduct recreation activities with groups in public, private, or volunteer agencies or recreation facilities. Organize and promote activities, such as arts and crafts, sports, games, music, dramatics, social recreation, camping, and hobbies, taking into account the needs and interests of individual members.

Requirements

What are the requirements to apply for Park, Recreation & Tourism Management at Â鶹´«Ã½?
Students entering the Minor program in Park, Recreation & Tourism Management should meet the minimum university admission requirements Undergraduate Admission.

Transfer

At Â鶹´«Ã½, we understand that as a transfer student you have unique needs that require a wide array of campus resources. The Center for Advising Administration and Academic Partnerships aims to create a transfer inclusive culture that supports the successful...

Cost

Estimated rates for the 2024-25 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.

Active Duty Military Rate
Cost Per-Credit $250
Virginia Resident
Cost Per-Credit $408
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Cost Per-Credit $439
Non-Resident
Cost Per-Credit $1,109

Ways to Save

Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending Â鶹´«Ã½. For more information visit University Student Financial Aid.

Contact

Lecturer

STUDENT RECREATION CTR
NORFOLK, 23529