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Natural Resources & Conservation in New Mexico

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Natural Resources & Conservation Schools in New Mexico

92 Natural Resources & Conservation students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Natural Resources & Conservation is the 28th most popular major out of a total 38 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Natural Resources & Conservation Majors in New Mexico

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 78
Master’s Degree 7
Associate Degree 6
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1

Gender Distribution

In New Mexico, 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 New Mexico is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 44.6%
  • White: 38.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.2%
  • Other Races: 15.2%
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Jobs for Natural Resources & Conservation Grads in New Mexico

14,960 people in the state and 1,982,470 in the nation are employed in jobs related to natural resources and conservation.

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Wages for Natural Resources & Conservation Jobs in New Mexico

A typical salary for a natural resources and conservation grad in the state is $52,740, compared to a typical salary of $65,320 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in New Mexico that offer natural resources and conservation degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

39 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
14,227 Total Students

77% of the teachers are full time. This public school has an average net price of $10,428. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
32% Graduation Rate
5,266 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. The student loan default rate is 7.90% which is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 73%.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
21% Graduation Rate
2,777 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 96% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. The student loan default rate is 8.50% which is lower than average.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
22,311 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,424. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
23% Graduation Rate
2,896 Total Students

43% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.61 years.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,350 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $19,315 a year. 88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
11% Graduation Rate
1,234 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,796. Most students complete their degree in 4.50 years.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
450 Total Students

88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $7,505. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
929 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 26 to 1. The student loan default rate of 8.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $32,716 a year.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
1,686 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $52,334 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,836. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

Natural Resources & Conservation Careers in NM

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

Job Title NM Job Growth NM Median Salary
Fish and Game Wardens 14% $0
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 12% $73,060
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists 7% $51,710
Managers 5% $94,930
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Recreational Protective Service Workers 4% $19,010
Police and Sheriff’s Patrol Officers 4% $52,070
Firefighters 4% $35,860
Police and Detective Supervisors 3% $73,780
Fire Fighting Supervisors 3% $54,280
Forest and Conservation Technicians 2% $33,400
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Worker Supervisors 0% $40,140
Foresters 0% $46,500
Conservation Scientists 0% $67,530

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

Major Annual Graduates in NM
Engineering 1,111
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 740
Computer & Information Sciences 493
Physical Sciences 288
Agriculture 286
Engineering Technologies 223
Mathematics & Statistics 182
Architecture/Urban Planning 169

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