MSc in Recreation and Leisure Services - Recreation Management (Thesis) in San Marcos United States | Texas State University

Texas State University | San Marcos United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 13,992
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months

The Master of Science in Recreation and Leisure Services (M.S.R.L.S.) program with a specialization in Recreation Management trains future leaders, educators, and specialists to enhance quality of life through meaningful leisure activities. This concentration focuses on overseeing and managing recreational programs and facilities. Professionals pursuing Certified Park & Recreation Professional credentials would select this track.
The recreational therapy curriculum equips students to implement activity-based therapeutic approaches within educational and rehabilitative frameworks. Learners will gain practical skills supported by research-backed methodologies, preparing them for state and national certification exams. The comprehensive coursework enables graduates to assist diverse populations across various healthcare and community settings.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited university
official transcripts from each institution where course credit was granted
minimum 2.75 GPA in the last 60 hours of undergraduate course work (plus any completed graduate courses)
GRE not required
statement of purpose (maximum 500 words) detailing the following:
experiences leading to graduate studies in recreation management
qualities, values, characteristics of the student that will help him/her meet the academic rigors of graduate education
career goals relating to obtaining a master's degree

IELTS (academic) - overall scores required 6.5 and minimum individual module scores of 6.0
TOEFL iBT - overall scores required with a 78 overall and minimum individual module scores of (19 listening, 19 reading, 19 speaking, 18 writing)

Tuition USD 13,992

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