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Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies at Indiana University-Bloomington

Bloomington, IN · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $35,429/yr (5% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (56% exposed)

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

ROI 10.8x earnings multiple (3.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #31 of 59 Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies programs

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	$514K	$511K	$472K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.9x	10.8x	10.0x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.2x	3.2x	2.9x
Probability of Field Employment	42%	36%	26%
DegreeOutlook Score	34	33	23

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$47,160

Out-of-state: $161,928 (3.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$61,368

-30% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,261

6.5 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$50,444

42% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Indiana University-Bloomington's Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies graduates start at $35,429/yr — above the $33,731 national average, though not by a wide margin.

With a 10.8x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 8% 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.

At $19,261 against $35,429/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #31 ranking among 59 Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies programs places Indiana University-Bloomington in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 42% earnings increase from $35,429 to $50,444 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About Indiana University-Bloomington

A 80% acceptance rate means Indiana University-Bloomington is accessible to most applicants, one of the larger campuses at 36,571 students in Bloomington, IN.

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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 33/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies at Indiana University-Bloomington?

At 33/100, 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 Indiana University-Bloomington?

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 →