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Associate of Applied Science - Recreation and Leisure Services

Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC)

Utica — 1101 Sherman Drive, New York, United States

Study Level
Diploma · 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 7,899
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

This program prepares students with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in entry-level positions in the field of recreation and leisure. Graduates may find employment in federal, state, and local agencies such as community centers, Family Y, recreation and parks, nursing homes, youth agencies, and fitness centers. Working with an advisor; students plan a concentration of studies around their specific career interests. They may select Sports/Coaching, which provides individuals wishing to coach high school/athletic teams with the certification required by the New York State Education Department for Coaching Licensure. Students selecting the Fitness/Wellness emphasis gain knowledge in the personal fitness components, training methods, diet and exercise, and the opportunity for Personal Trainer Certification. Therapeutic Recreation offers a unique career opportunity for individuals who value leisure experiences and enjoy working with people with disabilities, while Generalist emphasis allows students to broaden their career choices in the field of recreation and leisure. Students interested in Sports Facility management are referred to the Business Management program with an emphasis in Recreation Management. The Recreation & Leisure Services Program provides a foundation for students who choose to transfer to a baccalaureate degree program. All students are required to complete an internship experience under professional supervision in a setting specifically related to their career path. Students are encouraged to take those physical education classes directly related to their area of study.
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Field of study
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Credential
2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Relationship
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 7,899
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

Institution fees are paid according to the institution's instructions. Any Eagle Link service fee is shown on an Eagle Link invoice before payment. See our Payments Policy.

Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Utica

1101 Sherman Drive, New York, United States

Utica

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

OPT and STEM OPT eligibility depend on maintaining F-1 status and on the program. A program counts as STEM only when its CIP code is on the official STEM list — not because its name sounds technical.

Official source

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About the Institution

Established in 1946 to help train and educate veterans returning from World War II, Mohawk Valley Community College has evolved to become New York State’s first community college, the largest college between Syracuse and Albany, and the region’s primary provider of college education and non-credit training. As a diverse institution with a global view, Mohawk Valley Community College provides opportunities for affordable education, with support from Oneida County and the State of New York, and offers career, transfer and transitional education, programs for personal and cultural enrichment, and...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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