Natural Resources Conservation at California State University-Chico
If you plan to study Natural Resources Conservation, consider the program at California State University-Chico. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Chico sits in Chico, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 42 natural resources conservation degrees were awarded at California State University-Chico.
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Studying Online at California State University-Chico
Many students take online classes at California State University-Chico. Of 15,257 students, 2,599 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,894 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at California State University-Chico
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Chico’s Natural Resources Conservation program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #38 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #42 of 54 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #52 of 81 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #58 of 83 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #147 of 429 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #285 of 433 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from California State University-Chico
Students who complete California State University-Chico’s Natural Resources Conservation program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,134 |
| 2 years | $28,816 |
| 3 years | $33,646 |
| 4 years | $38,319 |
| 5 years | $58,420 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from California State University-Chico earn a median of $38,319, compared with $57,793 for all California State University-Chico graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from California State University-Chico comes in at $22,294.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Natural Resources Conservation graduates at California State University-Chico, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at California State University-Chico are 57% women (24) and 43% men (18).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Chico
Among the 37 bachelor’s natural resources conservation graduates at California State University-Chico, 54% were women (20) and 46% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 27% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico, below the national average of 28%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Master’s Program at California State University-Chico
Of the 5 master’s natural resources conservation degrees awarded at California State University-Chico, 80% were women (4) and 20% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 40% of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico, higher 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 California State University-Chico
The Natural Resources Conservation program at California State University-Chico offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Science | 42 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Students who finish Natural Resources Conservation program at California State University-Chico pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.