Natural Resources Conservation at Northern Illinois University
If you plan to study Natural Resources Conservation, take a look at what Northern Illinois University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Northern Illinois University is in Dekalb, IL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 27 natural resources conservation degrees were awarded at Northern Illinois University.
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Online Class Availability at Northern Illinois University
Distance learning is available at Northern Illinois University. Of 15,414 students, 2,197 (14%) studied exclusively online and 7,937 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at Northern Illinois University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northern Illinois University’s Natural Resources Conservation program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #3 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #8 of 10 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #41 of 63 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #102 of 429 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #295 of 433 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from Northern Illinois University
Students who complete Northern Illinois University’s Natural Resources Conservation program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,157 |
| 2 years | $32,058 |
| 3 years | $41,943 |
| 4 years | $42,069 |
| 5 years | $48,605 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from Northern Illinois University take home a median $42,069, compared with $63,103 for all Northern Illinois University graduates — about 33% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from Northern Illinois University comes in at $26,625.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Natural Resources Conservation graduates at Northern Illinois University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at Northern Illinois University are 59% women (16) and 41% men (11).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at Northern Illinois University
Of the 27 bachelor’s natural resources conservation degrees awarded at Northern Illinois University, 59% were women (16) and 41% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 30% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois University, higher than the national average of 28%.*
*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 Northern Illinois University
This Natural Resources Conservation program at Northern Illinois University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Studies | 27 |
Top-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Graduates of the Natural Resources Conservation program at Northern Illinois University work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid careers for Natural Resources Conservation graduates, 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
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