Recreational Therapy at Western Carolina University
If you are interested in studying Recreational Therapy, you may want to check out the program at Western Carolina University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Carolina University is located in Cullowhee, NC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 19 recreational therapy degrees were awarded at Western Carolina University.
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Studying Online at Western Carolina University
Many students take online classes at Western Carolina University. Of 11,686 students, 2,836 (24%) studied exclusively online and 3,047 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Recreational Therapy Rankings at Western Carolina University
Rankings can help you compare Western Carolina University’s Recreational Therapy program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #10 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #15 of 24 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Recreational Therapy graduates at Western Carolina University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Recreational Therapy graduates at Western Carolina University are 53% women (10) and 47% men (9).
Recreational Therapy Bachelor’s Program at Western Carolina University
Of the 19 bachelor’s recreational therapy graduates at Western Carolina University, 53% were women (10) and 47% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Recreational Therapy bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 21% of Recreational Therapy bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Carolina University, lower than the national average of 33%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Recreational Therapy Graduates
Students who finish Recreational Therapy program at Western Carolina University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Recreational Therapy graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Recreational Therapists | $150,116 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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