Natural Resources Conservation at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
If you plan to study Natural Resources Conservation, take a look at what University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater sits in Whitewater, WI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 31 natural resources conservation degrees were awarded at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
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Studying Online at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Many students take online classes at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Among 11,746 students, 2,618 (22%) studied exclusively online and 3,824 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Use these rankings to compare University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s Natural Resources Conservation program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #7 of 13 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #8 of 13 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #23 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 63 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #136 of 429 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #215 of 433 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Those who finish University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’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 | $35,541 |
| 2 years | $33,281 |
| 3 years | $38,414 |
| 4 years | $44,455 |
| 5 years | $51,657 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater report median earnings of $44,455, compared with $54,862 for all University of Wisconsin-Whitewater graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater stands at $21,507.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Natural Resources Conservation graduates at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, by degree type.
Program-wide, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater are 61% women (19) and 39% men (12).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Of the 31 bachelor’s natural resources conservation degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, 61% were women (19) and 39% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 6% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, 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-Whitewater
This Natural Resources Conservation program at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Science | 31 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Students who finish Natural Resources Conservation program at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying 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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