Natural Resources Conservation at California State University-Monterey Bay
If you are interested in studying Natural Resources Conservation, consider the program at California State University-Monterey Bay. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
California State University-Monterey Bay is located in Seaside, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 78 natural resources conservation degrees were awarded at California State University-Monterey Bay.
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Studying Online at California State University-Monterey Bay
Many students take online classes at California State University-Monterey Bay. Of 7,713 students, 420 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,559 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at California State University-Monterey Bay
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Monterey Bay’s Natural Resources Conservation program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #34 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #35 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #43 of 83 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #46 of 81 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #119 of 429 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #166 of 433 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from California State University-Monterey Bay
Graduates of California State University-Monterey Bay’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 | $28,908 |
| 2 years | $32,569 |
| 3 years | $39,301 |
| 4 years | $51,606 |
| 5 years | $53,883 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from California State University-Monterey Bay report median earnings of $51,606, compared with $55,901 for all California State University-Monterey Bay graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from California State University-Monterey Bay is $16,806.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Natural Resources Conservation graduates at California State University-Monterey Bay, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at California State University-Monterey Bay are 65% women (51) and 35% men (27).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Monterey Bay
Among the 69 bachelor’s natural resources conservation graduates at California State University-Monterey Bay, 62% were women (43) and 38% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Monterey Bay.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 28 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 51% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Monterey Bay, above the national average of 28%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Master’s Program at California State University-Monterey Bay
Of the 9 master’s natural resources conservation graduates at California State University-Monterey Bay, 89% were women (8) and 11% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at California State University-Monterey Bay.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 56% of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at California State University-Monterey Bay, 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-Monterey Bay
This Natural Resources Conservation program at California State University-Monterey Bay offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Studies | 43 |
| Environmental Science | 35 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Students who finish Natural Resources Conservation program at California State University-Monterey Bay pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Natural Resources Conservation graduates, 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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