Natural Resources Conservation at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
If you plan to study Natural Resources Conservation, you may want to check out the program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is in Milwaukee, WI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 49 natural resources conservation graduations were recorded at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
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Studying Online at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Many students take online classes at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Among 22,450 students, 3,134 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,401 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Natural Resources Conservation program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #10 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #11 of 13 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #31 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #58 of 63 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #197 of 429 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #406 of 433 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Students who complete University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’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 | $29,196 |
| 2 years | $28,719 |
| 3 years | $35,935 |
| 4 years | $38,936 |
| 5 years | $49,496 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee report median earnings of $38,936, compared with $56,986 for all University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is $28,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Natural Resources Conservation graduates at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee are 59% women (29) and 41% men (20).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Among the 49 bachelor’s natural resources conservation degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 59% were women (29) and 41% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 39 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 16% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 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 Wisconsin-Milwaukee
This Natural Resources Conservation program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Science | 49 |
Top-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Students who finish Natural Resources Conservation program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee pursue many career paths. Here 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.