Natural Resources & Conservation at University of Kentucky
If you plan to study Natural Resources & Conservation, consider the program at University of Kentucky. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Kentucky sits in Lexington, KY.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Kentucky
Distance learning is available at University of Kentucky. Of 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources & Conservation Rankings at University of Kentucky
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Kentucky’s Natural Resources & Conservation program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #6 of 6 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #54 of 95 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #62 of 95 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #238 of 479 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #371 of 483 |
Earnings for Natural Resources & Conservation Graduates from University of Kentucky
Students who complete University of Kentucky’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 | $27,800 |
| 2 years | $32,307 |
| 3 years | $35,429 |
| 4 years | $42,691 |
| 5 years | $54,775 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Natural Resources & Conservation graduates from University of Kentucky earn a median of $42,691, compared with $61,112 for all University of Kentucky graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Natural Resources & Conservation graduates from University of Kentucky stands at $25,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Natural Resources & Conservation Graduates
Those who complete Natural Resources & Conservation program at University of Kentucky pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Natural Resources & Conservation graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Environmental Compliance Inspectors | $119,630 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Coroners | $110,095 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Foresters | $93,406 |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialists | $85,399 |
| Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $83,485 |
| Industrial Ecologists | $83,212 |
| Conservation Scientists | $81,436 |
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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