Overview

With $689B in consumer spending per year, the outdoor recreation industry is a powerhouse economic driver that demands a highly skilled workforce.

Graduates of the Outdoor Recreation Industry Studies programme from Colorado Mesa University will learn through a combination of real-world and classroom experience in a dynamic and multi-disciplinary course of study.

Students will learn skills in business management, sales and marketing, alongside adventure programming, guide services and expedition planning. Students will learn how the outdoor industry impacts economies, public health, tourism and the environment.

Career Options

Colorado Mesa University Students will gain qualifications and experience for a career in numerous outdoor industry businesses and fields including retail and manufacturing; resort and ski area management; state and national park service; outdoor education; camp administration and professional guiding.

Learning Outcomes

All CMU baccalaureate graduates are expected to demonstrate proficiency in specialized knowledge/applied learning, quantitative fluency, communication fluency, critical thinking, personal and social responsibility, and information literacy. In addition to these campus-wide student learning outcomes, graduates of this major will be able to:

Critically evaluate historical, socio-economical, and philosophical aspects of the outdoor recreation industry. (Critical Thinking)

Apply fundamental concepts of management, administration, marketing, finance, and economics to the outdoor recreation industry. (Applied Learning)

Apply technical skills of survival, risk management, and leadership in outdoor settings. (Applied Learning)

Construct codes of personal ethics and apply codes of professional and environmental ethics within the outdoor recreation industry profession. (Personal and Social Responsibility)

Explain and navigate the relationships between the outdoor recreation industry and state/federal legislation, public lands and water, climate science, wildlife corridors, and regulatory agencies. (Critical Thinking, Information Literacy)

Articulate the implications of economic development, education and workforce, public health and wellness, and conservation and stewardship within the outdoor recreation industry. (Specialized Knowledge, Quantitative Fluency)

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Outdoor Survival

Sport Law and Recreation Risk Management

Inclusive Physical Activity

Backcountry Winter Travel

Outdoor Recreation Leadership, Programming, Education, and Assessment

Private and Commercial Recreation Systems

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Grand Junction, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Completed Application for Admission

Official high school transcripts or GED scores

SAT I or ACT test scores

$40 application fee – Application Fee waiver available

Letter(s) of recommendation (optional)

Personal Essay (optional)

Colorado State law requires college students to show proof of two measles, mumps, and rubella immunization shots.

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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

21294 USD / year

≈ 21294 USD / year
Out-of-State

22274 USD / year

≈ 22274 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

7812 USD / year

≈ 7812 USD / year

Additional Details

WUE / Mountains & Plains Residents $11,955.60 per year

Living costs

Grand Junction

United States

950 - 1350 USD / month

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

Funding

Students may qualify for scholarships of up to $9,000 per year, depending on their profile.

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