We've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. We've also included details on how Minnesota State Mankato ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in parks & rec.
Minnesota State Mankato was ranked #57 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for parks & rec majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #2 in Minnesota.
Popularity of Parks & Rec at Minnesota State Mankato
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Minnesota State University - Mankato handed out 136 bachelor's degrees in parks, recreation, leisure, & fitness studies. This is a decrease of 10% over the previous year when 151 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 39 students received their master’s degree in parks & rec from Minnesota State Mankato. This makes it the #60 most popular school for parks & rec master’s degree candidates in the country.
Minnesota State Mankato Parks & Rec Students
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the parks & rec majors at Minnesota State University - Mankato.
Minnesota State Mankato Parks, Recreation, Leisure, & Fitness Studies Bachelor’s Program
For the most recent academic year available, 57% of parks & rec bachelor's degrees went to men and 43% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 85% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Minnesota State University - Mankato with a bachelor's in parks & rec.
Ethnic Background
Number of Students
Asian
4
Black or African American
2
Hispanic or Latino
6
White
116
Non-Resident Aliens
4
Other Races
4
Minnesota State Mankato Parks, Recreation, Leisure, & Fitness Studies Master’s Program
Of the 39 students who graduated with a Master’s in parks & rec from Minnesota State Mankato in 2021, 59% were men and 41% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 85% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Minnesota State University - Mankato with a master's in parks & rec.
Ethnic Background
Number of Students
Asian
1
Black or African American
3
Hispanic or Latino
1
White
33
Non-Resident Aliens
1
Other Races
0
Parks & Rec Majors
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, & Fitness Studies students may decide to major in one of the following focus areas. Individual majors may not be available for all degree levels.