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Natural Resources Conservation Schools in Maine

227 students earned Conservation degrees in Maine in the 2020-2021 year.

A Natural Resources Conservation major is the 12th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Natural Resources Conservation Majors in Maine

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 189
Master’s Degree 27
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8
Associate Degree 3

Gender Distribution

In Maine, a conservation major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of conservation majors in Maine is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.7%
  • Black or African American: 0.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.5%
  • White: 78.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.5%
  • Other Races: 7.9%
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Jobs for Natural Resources Conservation Grads in Maine

There are 690 people in the state and 119,200 people in the nation working in conservation jobs.

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Wages for Natural Resources Conservation Jobs in Maine

In this state, conservation grads earn an average of $61,970. Nationwide, they make an average of $77,580.

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There are 11 colleges in Maine that offer conservation degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

57 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
11,741 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $38,035 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 70% are considered full time. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#2

Colby College

Waterville
46 Degrees in Major Awarded
90% Graduation Rate
2,155 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.05 years. This private school has an average net price of $19,597. The student loan default rate of 2.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#3

Unity College

Unity
34 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
1,429 Total Students

28% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $29,631 after earning their degree at this institution.

#4

Bates College

Lewiston
26 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
1,876 Total Students

An average student at Bates will pay a net price of $26,392. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 48% of students receive it. The average student takes 4.04 years to complete their degree at Bates.

#5

Bowdoin College

Brunswick
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
1,777 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 58% of students receive it. The 0.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. An average student at Bowdoin will pay a net price of $22,840.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
7,208 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.09 years to graduate. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $35,871. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
8,022 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.61 years. 35% of the teachers are full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,055.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
1,862 Total Students

99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 70% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $32,102 after graduation.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
1,967 Total Students

The average student takes 4.06 years to complete their degree at Saint Joseph's Maine. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The 4.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
34% Graduation Rate
1,467 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $10,823. 90% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1.

#10

Husson University

Bangor
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
3,473 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $19,122. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The 4.90% student loan default rate is lower than average.

Natural Resources Conservation Careers in ME

Some of the careers conservation majors go into include:

Job Title ME Job Growth ME Median Salary
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 2% $53,240
Foresters 0% $52,520
Conservation Scientists 0% $57,760
Environmental Science Professors 0% $61,960

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

Major Annual Graduates in ME
Wildlife Management 89
Natural Resource Management 49
Forestry 40
Fisheries Sciences 4

View all majors related to Natural Resources Conservation

View Nationwide Natural Resources Conservation Report

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