Natural Resources Conservation at University of South Carolina-Columbia
If you plan to study Natural Resources Conservation, take a look at what University of South Carolina-Columbia. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of South Carolina-Columbia is located in Columbia, SC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 71 natural resources conservation degrees were awarded at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
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Online Class Availability at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Distance learning is available at University of South Carolina-Columbia. Of 38,532 students, 3,519 (9%) studied exclusively online and 21,675 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Use these rankings to compare University of South Carolina-Columbia’s Natural Resources Conservation program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #32 of 77 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #61 of 77 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #192 of 433 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #297 of 429 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia
Graduates of University of South Carolina-Columbia’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 | $34,341 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $38,360 |
| 4 years | $49,481 |
| 5 years | $63,196 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia report median earnings of $49,481, compared with $66,578 for all University of South Carolina-Columbia graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia stands at $25,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Natural Resources Conservation graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia are 58% women (41) and 42% men (30).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Among the 71 bachelor’s natural resources conservation degrees awarded at University of South Carolina-Columbia, 58% were women (41) and 42% were men (30).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 56 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 20% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia, 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 University of South Carolina-Columbia
The Natural Resources Conservation program at University of South Carolina-Columbia includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Studies | 41 |
| Environmental Science | 30 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Graduates of the Natural Resources Conservation program at University of South Carolina-Columbia pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
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