Parks at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte
Charlotte, NC · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)
37
Optimistic
37
Base Case
33
Pessimistic
Earnings
$30,963/yr (-8% vs median)
AI Risk
Moderate (34% exposed)
Job Market
Very Large (508,800 openings/yr)
ROI
3.2x earnings multiple
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Parks graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $525K | $523K | $487K |
| Earnings Multiple | 3.2x | 3.2x | 3.0x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 42% | 40% | 32% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 37 | 37 | 33 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition (Sticker)
$161,632
Median Debt at Graduation
$26,100
10.1 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$50,488
63% growth from Year 1
About Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte
With 75% of applicants admitted, Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte prioritizes broad access, a smaller institution with 1,126 students in Charlotte, NC. Pell Grant recipients make up 52% of the student body — a marker of economic diversity.
See all programs and financial aid at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte →Top Career Paths
Facilities managers
$104,690/yr
General and operations managers
$102,950/yr
Entertainment and recreation managers, except gambling
$77,180/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte's Parks program score?
This program scores 37/100 — on the lower end for Parks. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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