Natural Resources Conservation at Loyola University Chicago
If you are interested in studying Natural Resources Conservation, take a look at what Loyola University Chicago. Get started with the following essential facts.
Loyola University Chicago is located in Chicago, IL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 94 natural resources conservation graduations were recorded at Loyola University Chicago.
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Studying Online at Loyola University Chicago
Distance learning is available at Loyola University Chicago. Among 17,384 students, 1,393 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,165 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at Loyola University Chicago
Rankings can help you compare Loyola University Chicago’s Natural Resources Conservation program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 10 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #10 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #26 of 63 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #61 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #195 of 433 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #394 of 429 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 10 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #10 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #26 of 63 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #61 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #195 of 433 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #394 of 429 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from Loyola University Chicago
Those who finish Loyola University Chicago’s Natural Resources Conservation program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,620 |
| 2 years | $30,228 |
| 3 years | $43,090 |
| 4 years | $48,822 |
| 5 years | $56,939 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from Loyola University Chicago earn a median of $48,822, compared with $74,898 for all Loyola University Chicago graduates — about 35% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from Loyola University Chicago is $24,042.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Natural Resources Conservation graduates at Loyola University Chicago, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at Loyola University Chicago are 67% women (63) and 33% men (31).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at Loyola University Chicago
Among the 56 bachelor’s natural resources conservation graduates at Loyola University Chicago, 70% were women (39) and 30% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 39% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago, higher than the national average of 28%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Master’s Program at Loyola University Chicago
Of the 38 master’s natural resources conservation graduates at Loyola University Chicago, 63% were women (24) and 37% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 21% of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago, higher than the national average of 21%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Natural Resources Conservation Concentrations at Loyola University Chicago
This Natural Resources Conservation program at Loyola University Chicago breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Studies | 19 |
| Environmental Science | 75 |
Top-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Students who finish Natural Resources Conservation program at Loyola University Chicago pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Natural Resources Conservation majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Environmental Compliance Inspectors | $119,630 |
| Coroners | $110,095 |
| Foresters | $93,406 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $90,139 |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialists | $85,399 |
| Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $83,485 |
| Industrial Ecologists | $83,212 |
| Conservation Scientists | $81,436 |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,966 |
| Park Naturalists | $76,516 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.