Bachelor of Recreation Management - Outdoor Experiential Education at Appalachian State University

The Recreation Management - Outdoor Experiential Education at Appalachian State University is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus across its Boone and Hickory campuses in United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Recreation Management - Outdoor Experiential Education

The recreation management industry is expanding and expected to grow faster than average over the next eight years. At Appalachian State University, you'll prepare for careers in recreation management in one of the United States' most beautiful places for year-round recreation.

In the Recreation Management (BS) - Outdoor Experiential Education degree, students are trained on the foundational theories and philosophies of experiential education; learn and practice teaching basic leadership, wilderness, adventure, and safety skills; understand and develop a sound trip plan and risk management plans; understand individual and group dynamics as it relates to leadership; understand and practice sound problem-solving, decision-making, and judgment skills; and understand and practice a variety of leadership, teaching and facilitation skills.

The program also allows students to obtain a number of certifications through a selection of skills classes. Certifications can include:

Wilderness First Responder
Wilderness First Aid Instructor
Leave No Trace Trainer
Swiftwater Rescue

Disciplines

Tourism and SportRecreation

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Recreation Management - Outdoor Experiential Education at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

A complete online application
A non-refundable application fee of $65 (USD)
Official high school/secondary school transcript
Official test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, SAT* or ACT**)
- If school is in an English-speaking country, we must have SAT or ACT whereas schools in non-English-speaking countries do not need the SAT / ACT
- Applicants who do/did not attend school in an English-speaking country must provide a TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, SAT or ACT score
- Applicants who attend(ed) school in an English-speaking country must submit an SAT or ACT score

Official college transcripts
Additional information if requested, upon submission of your application, by the Office of Admissions (This may include submitting a Criminal Background Check and Conduct Review as required by the UNC System.)
All applicants claiming to be a resident of North Carolina must request a residency determination through the Residency Determination Service (RDS)

*SAT evidence-based reading and writing and math, without the writing.

**ACT composite, without writing.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 78

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Recreation Management - Outdoor Experiential Education

Camp director
Outdoor Leader
Outdoor Program
Recreation therapy
Recreation and parks
Student Development

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Recreation Management - Outdoor Experiential Education at Appalachian State University

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Bachelor of Recreation Management - Outdoor Experiential Education at Appalachian State University

Complete an application (apply using the Common Application)
Provide your official high school transcript(s)
Provide your official or unofficial college transcript(s) for any completed college coursework*
Submit $65 application fee (or approved fee waiver)
Submit official or self-reported SAT (school code: 5010) or ACT (school code: 3062) scores (or apply with a test waiver)
Complete your FAFSA (application opens Oct. 1; school code: 002906)

Bachelor of Recreation Management - Outdoor Experiential Education at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone