Natural Resources Conservation at American University
If you plan to study Natural Resources Conservation, take a look at what American University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
American University is in Washington, DC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 96 natural resources conservation degrees were granted at American University.
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Online & Distance Learning at American University
Online coursework is an option at American University. Among 12,321 students, 895 (7%) studied exclusively online and 1,822 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at American University
Rankings can help you compare American University’s Natural Resources Conservation program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #18 of 83 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #73 of 433 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #80 of 83 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #421 of 429 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from American University
Graduates of American University’s Natural Resources Conservation program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $53,337 |
| 2 years | $48,896 |
| 3 years | $63,277 |
| 4 years | $70,674 |
| 5 years | $80,832 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from American University report median earnings of $70,674, compared with $75,429 for all American University graduates — about 6% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from American University is $26,905.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Natural Resources Conservation graduates at American University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at American University are 71% women (68) and 29% men (28).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at American University
Of the 44 bachelor’s natural resources conservation graduates at American University, 77% were women (34) and 23% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at American University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 18% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at American University, lower than the national average of 28%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Master’s Program at American University
Among the 51 master’s natural resources conservation graduates at American University, 65% were women (33) and 35% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at American University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 15 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 18% of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at American University, lower than the national average of 21%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Natural Resources Conservation Concentrations at American University
The Natural Resources Conservation program at American University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Studies | 68 |
| Environmental Science | 28 |
Top-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Those who complete Natural Resources Conservation program at American University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Natural Resources Conservation majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Environmental Compliance Inspectors | $119,630 |
| Coroners | $110,095 |
| Foresters | $93,406 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $90,139 |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialists | $85,399 |
| Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $83,485 |
| Industrial Ecologists | $83,212 |
| Conservation Scientists | $81,436 |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,966 |
| Park Naturalists | $76,516 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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