Natural Resources Conservation at Skidmore College
If you plan to study Natural Resources Conservation, consider the program at Skidmore College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Skidmore College is in Saratoga Springs, NY.
During the most recent reporting year, 42 natural resources conservation graduations were recorded at Skidmore College.
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Online & Distance Learning at Skidmore College
Skidmore College primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at Skidmore College
Rankings can help you compare Skidmore College’s Natural Resources Conservation program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #34 of 40 |
| Best Value | New York | #36 of 40 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #72 of 83 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #76 of 83 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #395 of 429 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #397 of 433 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from Skidmore College
Students who complete Skidmore 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 | $29,585 |
| 2 years | $20,682 |
| 3 years | $30,907 |
| 4 years | $29,119 |
| 5 years | $41,054 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from Skidmore College report median earnings of $29,119, compared with $53,786 for all Skidmore College graduates — about 46% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from Skidmore College is $26,751.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Natural Resources Conservation graduates at Skidmore College, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at Skidmore College are 60% women (25) and 40% men (17).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at Skidmore College
Among the 42 bachelor’s natural resources conservation degrees awarded at Skidmore College, 60% were women (25) and 40% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at Skidmore College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 36 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at Skidmore College, below 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 Skidmore College
The Natural Resources Conservation program at Skidmore College offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Studies | 22 |
| Environmental Science | 20 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Students who finish Natural Resources Conservation program at Skidmore College pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying 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.