Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management

The Penn State Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management (RPTM) is one of the most well-respected programs of its kind in the nation.

Undergraduate program

The department offers an undergraduate degree with four options:

• Commercial and Community Recreation Management
• Golf Management
• Outdoor Recreation and Environmental Interpretation

Graduate program

Graduate degrees in Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management help prepare students for career opportunities in park agencies, recreation/leisure services, and academia.

• M.S. program
• Ph.D. program

Explore our site and learn more about the programs we offer, our outstanding experiential learning facilities, our world-class faculty, and our alumni—many of whom have gone on to become the most recognized leaders in their chosen professions.