Overview
The Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences (RPTS) at Texas A&M University provides opportunities that prepare you to become leaders in the field of recreation, parks and tourism and significant contributors to the quality of community life.
Careers
Our world-class education, cutting-edge research, and active outreach to professionals and the general public helps you succeed as a manager, administrator, entrepreneur, marketing professional, decision maker, or change agent in the recreation, park and tourism fields or possible career opportunities in the field of community development.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Principles of Community and Community Development
- Community Organization and Natural Resources Management
- Social, Economic and Cultural Issues in Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources
- Analytic Techniques in Recreation, Parks and Tourism
- Tourism Economics
- Social Impacts of Tourism
- Parks, Tourism and the Natural Environment
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Tourism & Leisure View 12 other PhDs in Tourism & Leisure in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Application & Fee
- Official Transcripts and Records. You must submit transcripts from all colleges or universities attended (excluding community colleges).
- Official Test Scores & English Proficiency
- Letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Tuition Fee
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International
18084 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18084 USD per year during 60 months. -
National
18084 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18084 USD per year during 60 months. -
In-State
8026 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8026 USD per year during 60 months.
Living costs for College Station
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences.
Available Scholarships
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