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Natural Resources & Conservation in Mississippi

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Natural Resources & Conservation Schools in Mississippi

195 students earned Natural Resources & Conservation degrees in Mississippi in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Natural Resources & Conservation is the 24th most popular major out of a total 38 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Natural Resources & Conservation Majors in Mississippi

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 121
Associate Degree 33
Master’s Degree 26
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 10
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 10
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 10
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 5
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 5

Gender Distribution

In Mississippi, 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 Mississippi is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 7.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.5%
  • White: 83.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.6%
  • Other Races: 2.1%
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Jobs for Natural Resources & Conservation Grads in Mississippi

In this state, there are 16,850 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 Mississippi

A typical salary for a natural resources and conservation grad in the state is $45,940, compared to a typical salary of $65,320 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in Mississippi that offer natural resources and conservation degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

#1

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State
152 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,986 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $37,538 a year. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,122.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,696 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $4,086. Graduates earn an average $26,285 after graduation. 49% of the teachers are full time.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,677 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 93% get financial aid. In their early career, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College grads earn an average salary of $25,764. 21 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,409 Total Students

In their early career, Holmes Community College grads earn an average salary of $25,423. 94% of students get financical aid. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,392 Total Students

19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $25,112 after earning their degree at this institution. 89% of students get financical aid.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,535 Total Students

In their early career, Jones County Junior College grads earn an average salary of $26,152. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 89% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 27 to 1.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
6,921 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. In their early career, Jackson State grads earn an average salary of $29,441. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it.

#8

Millsaps College

Jackson
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
712 Total Students

80% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

Natural Resources & Conservation Careers in MS

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

Job Title MS Job Growth MS Median Salary
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists 26% $26,770
Fishers and Related Fishing Workers 7% $0
Fire Inspectors 7% $0
Managers 6% $72,130
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists 6% $57,800
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Recreational Protective Service Workers 5% $18,920
Police and Detective Supervisors 5% $47,830
Firefighters 5% $28,690
Fire Fighting Supervisors 5% $44,030
Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers 5% $34,530
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 4% $0
Foresters 3% $59,710
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Worker Supervisors 3% $0
Conservation Scientists 3% $50,090
Fish and Game Wardens 0% $41,700
Forest and Conservation Technicians 0% $48,260

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

Major Annual Graduates in MS
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 1,746
Engineering 1,512
Engineering Technologies 799
Computer & Information Sciences 750
Agriculture 568
Physical Sciences 518
Mathematics & Statistics 169
Architecture/Urban Planning 128

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