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Natural Resources & Conservation Schools in Idaho

291 students earned Natural Resources & Conservation degrees in Idaho in the 2020-2021 year.

A Natural Resources & Conservation major is the 19th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Natural Resources & Conservation Majors in Idaho

Natural Resources & Conservation majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 201
Master’s Degree 59
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 16
Associate Degree 10
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 3
Post-Master’s Certificate 3
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 1
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 1

Gender Distribution

In Idaho, a natural resources and conservation major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of natural resources and conservation majors in Idaho is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.5%
  • White: 81.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.1%
  • Other Races: 7.9%
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Jobs for Natural Resources & Conservation Grads in Idaho

In this state, there are 11,360 people employed in jobs related to a natural resources and conservation degree, compared to 1,982,470 nationwide.

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Wages for Natural Resources & Conservation Jobs in Idaho

In this state, natural resources and conservation grads earn an average of $57,180. Nationwide, they make an average of $65,320.

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There are 7 colleges in Idaho that offer natural resources and conservation degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

197 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
10,791 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.10%. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 89% are considered full time.

48 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
24,069 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,153. The 4.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.59 years.

23 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
44,481 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.96 years to graduate. The student loan default rate of 3.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
1,114 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.20 years. Graduates earn an average $36,330 after graduation. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,200 Total Students

38% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 83% of students receive it.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
32% Graduation Rate
11,766 Total Students

The average student takes 4.67 years to complete their degree at ISU. The 5.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $17,410.

#7

North Idaho College

Coeur d'Alene
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,737 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 42% are considered full time. This public school has an average net price of $7,207. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $30,270 a year.

Natural Resources & Conservation Careers in ID

Some of the careers natural resources and conservation majors go into include:

Job Title ID Job Growth ID Median Salary
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists 50% $0
Fire Inspectors 33% $0
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Recreational Protective Service Workers 15% $18,820
Managers 13% $79,330
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists 13% $67,340
Firefighters 11% $35,460
Conservation Scientists 11% $63,840
Fire Fighting Supervisors 10% $55,330
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Worker Supervisors 10% $41,030
Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers 10% $51,060
Foresters 9% $55,660
Police and Detective Supervisors 9% $76,350
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 8% $57,610
Forest and Conservation Technicians 5% $33,400
Fish and Game Wardens 0% $0
Environmental Science Professors 0% $0

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to natural resources and conservation.

Major Annual Graduates in ID
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 891
Engineering 877
Computer & Information Sciences 819
Engineering Technologies 422
Agriculture 324
Physical Sciences 208
Mathematics & Statistics 148
Architecture/Urban Planning 104

View all majors related to Natural Resources & Conservation

View Nationwide Natural Resources & Conservation Report

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