Natural Resources Conservation at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
What traits are you looking for in a school for Natural Resources Conservation, consider the program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick is in New Brunswick, NJ.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 69 natural resources conservation degrees were awarded at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
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Online Class Availability at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Many students take online classes at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Among 52,269 students, 3,953 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,737 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Use these rankings to compare Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Natural Resources Conservation program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #30 of 83 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #40 of 83 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #135 of 433 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #282 of 429 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #5 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #30 of 83 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #40 of 83 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #135 of 433 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #282 of 429 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Students who complete Rutgers University-New Brunswick’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 | $37,070 |
| 2 years | $36,275 |
| 4 years | $57,743 |
| 5 years | $68,982 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick take home a median $57,743, compared with $78,171 for all Rutgers University-New Brunswick graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from Rutgers University-New Brunswick stands at $25,706.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Natural Resources Conservation graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, by degree type.
Program-wide, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick are 64% women (44) and 36% men (25).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Of the 56 bachelor’s natural resources conservation graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 68% were women (38) and 32% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 38% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, higher than the national average of 28%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Master’s Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Of the 7 master’s natural resources conservation graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 43% were women (3) and 57% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, higher than the national average of 21%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Doctoral Program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Of the 6 doctoral natural resources conservation graduates at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, 50% were women (3) and 50% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation doctoral degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Natural Resources Conservation doctoral degree recipients at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, above the national average of 16%.*
*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 Rutgers University-New Brunswick
This Natural Resources Conservation program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Studies | 30 |
| Environmental Science | 39 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Graduates of the Natural Resources Conservation program at Rutgers University-New Brunswick go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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.