Overview

This Outdoor Adventure Leadership degree from Montana State University Billings combines the study of educational and leadership theory and practice with technical outdoor travel and adventure. Students will acquire and enhance environmental skills and knowledge related to a variety of populations including senior citizens and youth at risk; and explore issues ranging from ethical controversies and risk management to program design.

Acquired skills

Specialized skills acquired with Outdoor Adventure Leadership include sequencing, facilitation, and processing of activities, with specific attention to transferring the learning from activity-based experiences to the “real lives” of participants. In addition, the ability to safely engage in and provide outdoor activities and effectively teach skills in outdoor and indoor settings are central to the degree.

Student Learning Outcomes

Develop, implement, and evaluate adventure experiences in areas encompassed in the program.
Demonstrate effective leadership in the skill areas encompassed in the program, consistent with professional standards, including risk management.
Professionally communicate knowledge and demonstrate skill of adventure activities and programming.

Demonstrate proficiency in facilitating and evaluating participant performance in outdoor adventure activities.

Career Possibilities

Adventure Business Companies
Community Centers
Municipal Park and Recreation Departments
Travel Agencies
Ski Resorts
City, State and National Parks
U.S. Forest Service
Military Programs
Ecotourism
Recreation Guide
Outfitter Organizations
Camp Management
Specialty Outdoor Training Schools
Youth Risk Programs
Student Recreation in Higher Education
Hotel and Resort Recreation Management
National Outdoor Leadership School
Land Management Agencies

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Personal Health and Wellness
Developmental Psychology
Applied Wilderness Leadership
People and the Environment
Risk Management in OAL
Expedition Leadership

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: MSU Billings has rolling admission, this means prospective students may apply at any time.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Billings, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

Pay your application fee: $35 for online applications. $30 for paper applications.
Submit a copy of your passport
Submit your proof of English proficiency
Submit your Transcripts

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

23103 USD / year

≈ 23103 USD / year
Out-of-State

23310 USD / year

≈ 23310 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7690 USD / year

≈ 7690 USD / year

Living costs

Billings

United States

945 - 1958 USD / month

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Acquired skills

Student Learning Outcomes

Career Possibilities

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

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Tuition Fees

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