Graduate Program
Graduate Degrees Offered
The Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism offers the following graduate degrees:
M.S. Level
At the masters degree (M.S.) level, you may choose either thesis or non-thesis professional preparation programs. You can specialize in areas involving tourism, commercial recreation, natural resource management, therapeutic recreation, or experiential education.
Doctoral Level
At the doctoral level, you may engage in studies leading to the Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Education degrees.
Western Regional Graduate Program
Residents of Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, and Wyoming are eligible to enroll in our program and pay resident tuition rates through WICHE (Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education).
Learn more about how to receive resident tuition through WICHE or contact graduate admissions at (801) 581-7283.
Graduate Program Questions
For further information or questions contact:
- Edward J. Ruddell, Ph. D.,
Associate Professor, Director of Graduate Studies
- Jim Sibthorp, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Associate Director of Graduate Studies