Natural Resources Conservation at Central Michigan University
If you are interested in studying Natural Resources Conservation, consider the program at Central Michigan University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Central Michigan University is in Mount Pleasant, MI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 32 natural resources conservation degrees were granted at Central Michigan University.
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Studying Online at Central Michigan University
Distance learning is available at Central Michigan University. Of 14,488 students, 3,356 (23%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,044 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at Central Michigan University
Rankings can help you compare Central Michigan University’s Natural Resources Conservation program against other schools offering the same major.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #8 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #15 of 15 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #59 of 63 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #195 of 429 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #408 of 433 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from Central Michigan University
Those who finish Central Michigan University’s Natural Resources Conservation program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,559 |
| 2 years | $28,515 |
| 3 years | $36,693 |
| 4 years | $42,661 |
| 5 years | $46,528 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from Central Michigan University report median earnings of $42,661, compared with $61,603 for all Central Michigan University graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from Central Michigan University stands at $29,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Natural Resources Conservation graduates at Central Michigan University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at Central Michigan University are 59% women (19) and 41% men (13).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at Central Michigan University
Among the 28 bachelor’s natural resources conservation graduates at Central Michigan University, 57% were women (16) and 43% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Michigan University, lower than the national average of 28%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Doctoral Program at Central Michigan University
Of the 4 doctoral natural resources conservation graduates at Central Michigan University, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation doctoral degree recipients at Central Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*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 Central Michigan University
The Natural Resources Conservation program at Central Michigan University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Studies | 17 |
| Environmental Science | 15 |
Top-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Those who complete Natural Resources Conservation program at Central Michigan University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.