Major · Natural Resources and Conservation
Natural Resources and Conservation, Other
Any instructional program in natural resources and conservation not listed above.
- Schools offering
- 13
- Annual completions
- 76
- Typical degree level
- Associate's + Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $49k
About this major
Any instructional program in natural resources and conservation not listed above.
Examples of specialized tracks: Hunting and Trapping.
Section 3 · Careers
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forestry and conservation science teachers, postsecondary | $101k | +4.0% | Doctoral or professional degree |
Section 4 · Earnings
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$49k
Section 6 · Where to study
Top colleges for Natural Resources and Conservation, Other
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus | University Park, PA | 0 | 34 | 34 |
| Northland College | Ashland, WI | 0 | 13 | 13 |
| Kansas State University | Manhattan, KS | 0 | 11 | 11 |
| Snow College | Ephraim, UT | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute | Albuquerque, NM | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| University of Wisconsin-Platteville | Platteville, WI | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| University of New Hampshire-Main Campus | Durham, NH | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| University of California-Berkeley | Berkeley, CA | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Sinte Gleska University | Mission, SD | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| University of Idaho | Moscow, ID | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Section 7 · Explore sideways
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Section 9 · Frequently asked
Common questions
What can I do with a Natural Resources and Conservation, Other degree?
Graduates commonly pursue careers such as Forestry and conservation science teachers, postsecondary.
Is a Natural Resources and Conservation, Other associate's enough, or do I need a bachelor's?
Both credentials exist. The associate's is typically faster and cheaper; the bachelor's unlocks higher-earning roles. See our earnings table above.
How many colleges offer Natural Resources and Conservation, Other?
13 colleges offered this major in the most recent IPEDS year, graduating about 76 students a year combined.