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Bachelor of Science in Recreation and Leisure Studies

State University of New York College at Brockport

USA,New York

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 15,768/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50

Application Fee

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USA, New York

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1835

Total Students: 8,287 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

350 New Campus Drive Brockport, NY 14420

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Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science in Recreation and Leisure Studies

Program Overview

Recreation management, therapeutic recreation, and tourism are some of the most exciting and diverse human service professions. The field provides opportunities to work with all types of people in a variety of settings, to strengthen communities and improve quality of life through recreation. Students are required to choose one of three concentrations.

Students studying recreation management will prepare for employment in a variety of settings including municipal parks and recreation, non-profit recreation services, and commercial recreation.
Students studying therapeutic recreation will prepare for employment in community agencies and clinical settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, schools, transitional or residential centers, treatment centers, physical medicine and rehabilitation and psychiatric institutions.
Students pursuing the tourism management concentration will prepare for professional positions in resorts, attractions, destination marketing organizations, and wedding and event planning.

All of the concentrations provide students with academic and experiential opportunities that foster an enriching undergraduate experience and launch an exciting career.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate the following entry-level knowledge: a) the nature and scope of the relevant park, recreation, tourism or related professions and their associated industries; b) techniques and processes used by professionals and workers in these industries; and c) the foundation of the profession in history, science and philosophy. (COAPRT 7.01)
Students graduating from the program shall be able to demonstrate the ability to design, implement, and evaluate services that facilitate targeted human experiences and that embrace personal and cultural dimensions of diversity. (COAPRT 7.02)
Students graduating from the program shall be able to demonstrate entry-level knowledge about operations and strategic management/administration in parks, recreation, tourism and/or related professions. (COAPRT 7.03)
Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate, through a comprehensive internship of not less than 400 clock hours and no fewer than 10 weeks, the potential to succeed as professionals at supervisory or higher levels in park, recreation, tourism, or related organizations. (COAPRT 7.04)

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50

Tuition Fee

CAD 15,768 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in State University of New York College at Brockport

CAD 12,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 76
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

Minimum CGPA Required: 80.00 %

Additional Information

Career

The Recreation and Leisure Studies major is about growth. Not just for you, but for your community, too.

Event planners can find employment in tourism with resorts, amusement parks, and more. City and county recreation leaders manage facilities, plan youth sports programs, festivals, and other community events. A solid background in therapeutic recreation can help you earn the experience to manage nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities, medical facilities or agencies.

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Empire Scholarship Green Scholarship Gold Scholarship Honors/Prometheus Award International Transfer Award	Empire Scholarship Criteria: All admitted first-year international students who pay out-of-state tuition. Green Scholarship Criteria: All admitted first-year international students; can be combined with the Empire Scholarship. Gold Scholarship Criteria: High-achieving first-year international applicants; can be combined with the Empire Scholarship. Honors/Prometheus Award Criteria: Students accepted into the Honors College; separate application required; Fall start only; stackable with Empire Scholarship. International Transfer Award Criteria: Transfer students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and a minimum of 24 completed college credits. Note: No campus residency requirement. LINK: https://www.brockport.edu/scholarships-aid/international-scholarships/	Empire Scholarship Amount: $5,000 per year, renewable for 4 years. Green Scholarship Amount: $2,500 per year, renewable for 4 years. Gold Scholarship Amount: $4,500 per year, renewable for 4 years. Honors/Prometheus Award Amount: $6,000 per year, renewable for 4 years, plus campus parking pass. International Transfer Award Amount: $3,000 per year, renewable for up to 2 years with a 3.0 institutional GPA.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.