by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in Virginia to review for the 2025 Best Recreation Administration Schools in Virginia ranking.
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The recreation admin school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Recreation Administration Schools in Virginia. You can also filter this list by location to find schools closer to you.
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Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the recreation admin degree levels they offer.
Old Dominion University is one of the best schools in the United States for getting a degree in recreation administration. Located in the midsize city of Norfolk, Old Dominion is a public university with a very large student population.
Students who graduate with their degree from the recreation admin program state that they receive average early career income of $34,040.
More information about a degree in recreation administration from Old Dominion UniversityExplore all the Best Recreation Administration Schools in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 287 | 83 |
| Florida | 282 | 391 |
| North Carolina | 279 | 340 |
| Tennessee | 269 | 52 |
| South Carolina | 248 | 179 |
| Kentucky | 244 | 131 |
| Mississippi | 234 | 33 |
| Arkansas | 234 | 73 |
| Alabama | 233 | 6 |
| West Virginia | 207 | 41 |
Recreation Administration is one of 4 different types of Parks, Recreation, Leisure, & Fitness Studies programs to choose from.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Parks, Recreation & Leisure Facilities Management | 78 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Health & Physical Education | 1,593 |
| Parks, Recreation & Leisure Studies | 47 |
| Outdoor Education | 6 |
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