subject: Top 10 Travel And Tourism Programs [print this page] With a travel and tourism degree, there are many different career paths you can take. Each travel and tourism course you take will help in your goal of becoming a travel agent, hotel manager, cruise ship event director, tour planner or other hospitality-related specialist. The following are considered to be the top 10 travel and tourism programs at colleges and universities in the United States:
Johnson and Wales University: You can complete one of many four-year travel and tourism programs at campuses in Colorado, Florida, North Carolina or Rhode Island.
University of Central Florida: Complete a certificate, a bachelors or masters degree in hospitality management, and while youre at it complete an internship at one of the many local theme parks, resorts or hotels.
University of Hawaii at Manoa: This island university offers a well-respected travel and tourism degree in four specializations. You will also be able to network and make connections with leaders in the travel and hospitality industry.
Brigham Young University, Hawaii: BYUs Hawaii campus ranks #4 in U.S. News list of comprehensive colleges for bachelors degrees, and its in the perfect location for internships and networking.
University of New Hampshire: With a rich history, prime east coast location, small student body size and high educational standards, youll be able to start your career path straight out of college.
San Diego State University: This CSU campus with a freshmen retention rate of 81 percent is located in a popular U.S. travel destination with many hotels, resorts, travel agencies and cruise ship companies.
University of Phoenix: This is one of the top online universities in the nation with numerous degree options including a BS in Business/Hospitality.
Penn Foster Career School: If youre looking to start working as a travel and tourism specialist or hotel/restaurant manager, a career diploma from this school will put you on the right path.
Walden University: This online university offers a BS in Business Admin-Management, MS in Leadership-General Management and Ph.D. in Mgmt that are ideal for the travel and tourism industry.
American InterContinental University: With a Bachelor of Business Administration in Operations Management or MBA from this career-focused university, youll be well on your way to the job of your dreams.
