Natural Resources Conservation at Saint Michael’s College
If you plan to study Natural Resources Conservation, consider the program at Saint Michael’s College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Saint Michael’s College is in Colchester, VT.
During the most recent reporting year, 24 natural resources conservation degrees were awarded at Saint Michael’s College.
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Online Class Availability at Saint Michael’s College
Online coursework is an option at Saint Michael’s College. Among 1,323 students, 40 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 174 (13%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at Saint Michael’s College
Use these rankings to compare Saint Michael’s College’s Natural Resources Conservation program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Vermont | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Vermont | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #37 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #41 of 48 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #358 of 429 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #366 of 433 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from Saint Michael’s College
Graduates of Saint Michael’s College’s Natural Resources Conservation program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,958 |
| 2 years | $26,121 |
| 3 years | $31,235 |
| 4 years | $37,716 |
| 5 years | $44,265 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from Saint Michael’s College take home a median $37,716, compared with $49,343 for all Saint Michael’s College graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from Saint Michael’s College is $26,980.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Natural Resources Conservation graduates at Saint Michael’s College, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at Saint Michael’s College are 62% women (15) and 38% men (9).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at Saint Michael’s College
Among the 24 bachelor’s natural resources conservation graduates at Saint Michael’s College, 62% were women (15) and 38% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at Saint Michael’s College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 8% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at Saint Michael’s College, lower 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 Saint Michael’s College
The Natural Resources Conservation program at Saint Michael’s College breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Studies | 9 |
| Environmental Science | 15 |
Top-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Those who complete Natural Resources Conservation program at Saint Michael’s College pursue many career paths. Here 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.