8. PARKS, RECREATION AND LEISURE STUDIES: $33,500

From: The top 10 lowest paying college majors, By: Carly Stockwell August 13, 2014 11:16 am, USA Today

8. PARKS, RECREATION AND LEISURE STUDIES: $33,500

It shouldn’t really be a surprise that a major with the word “leisure” in its title ends up on this list. A major in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies involves a combination of classes in business administration, physical education, and sports science. Graduates often find work managing hotels, parks, spas, or other recreational facilities. Although jobs in this field can be fun and fulfilling, the work unfortunately does not pay that well. Average starting salaries are $33,500 with midcareer salaries of $49,400.