Natural Resources Conservation at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
What traits are you looking for in a school for Natural Resources Conservation, you may want to check out the program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is in Champaign, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 111 natural resources conservation degrees were granted at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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Studying Online at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Online coursework is an option at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Of 59,238 students, 9,212 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 24,831 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Natural Resources Conservation program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #4 of 10 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 63 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #80 of 433 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #121 of 429 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #4 of 10 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 63 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #80 of 433 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #121 of 429 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Graduates of University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’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 | $32,849 |
| 2 years | $32,711 |
| 3 years | $36,934 |
| 4 years | $50,978 |
| 5 years | $58,105 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign report median earnings of $50,978, compared with $91,048 for all University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign graduates — about 44% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign comes in at $21,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Natural Resources Conservation graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are 50% women (56) and 50% men (55).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Of the 66 bachelor’s natural resources conservation graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 45% were women (30) and 55% were men (36).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 12 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, higher than the national average of 28%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Master’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Among the 33 master’s natural resources conservation graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 64% were women (21) and 36% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 18% of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, lower than the national average of 21%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Doctoral Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Of the 12 doctoral natural resources conservation degrees awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 42% were women (5) and 58% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Minority students account for 8% of Natural Resources Conservation doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, lower than 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 University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
This Natural Resources Conservation program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Science | 111 |
Best-Paid Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Those who complete Natural Resources Conservation program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-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
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