Overview

Through academic coursework and fieldwork experiences, Therapeutic Recreation students at Longwood University will learn to implement an evidence-based practice that utilizes therapeutic recreation intervention to achieve positive outcomes.

Get a comprehensive foundation of liberal arts, biological, health and social sciences, recreational therapy studies, research and leisure theory in our nationally recognized program.

Careers

Recreational therapists assist clients in developing skills, knowledge and behaviors for daily living and community involvement in a variety of settings:

Long-Term Residential Care

Hospitals & Clinics

Community Park and Recreation Departments

Residential group homes

School systems

Correctional facilities

Home health

Outdoor Treatment Programs

Mental Health and Substance Use Programs

Respite and Hospice Centers

Veteran Services

Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Therapeutic Recreation

American Sign Language

Arthritis Aquatics Practicum

Leisure Services

Issues & Trends in Recreation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

More details

Applications received after February 1 will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Farmville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Longwood takes a holistic approach in making admissions decisions, considering not only grades and test scores but also academic rigor of the high-school program, extracurricular activities and other relevant factors including:

Cumulative GPA
Class rank (if available)
Consistency and trends of grades
GED scores (if applicable)

International:

Proof of successful completion of secondary education (e.g., secondary school transcripts, final exam scores, diploma) with certified English translations. Longwood recognizes the value of the International Baccalaureate diploma and will award transfer credits for IB exams
Qualified students will have studied math, science, history, their native language, and a foreign language during the completion of secondary school
Verify English language proficiency
Complete and submit Undergraduate Financial Certification Form, along with the bank statements
Submit a copy of the information page in your passport

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

21200 USD / year

≈ 21200 USD / year
Out-of-State

21200 USD / year

≈ 21200 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8960 USD / year

≈ 8960 USD / year

Living costs

Farmville

United States

1007 - 1645 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Farmville

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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