Natural Resources Conservation at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
If you plan to study Natural Resources Conservation, consider the program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Washington-Seattle Campus is in Seattle, WA.
During the most recent reporting year, 272 natural resources conservation graduations were recorded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
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Online Class Availability at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Many students take online classes at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. Among 56,997 students, 1,656 (3%) studied exclusively online and 8,704 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Washington-Seattle Campus’s Natural Resources Conservation program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #2 of 14 |
| Best Value | Washington | #5 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #26 of 83 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #33 of 81 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #77 of 429 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #85 of 433 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #2 of 14 |
| Best Value | Washington | #5 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #26 of 83 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #33 of 81 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #77 of 429 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #85 of 433 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Graduates of University of Washington-Seattle Campus’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 | $30,403 |
| 2 years | $33,968 |
| 3 years | $36,775 |
| 4 years | $49,044 |
| 5 years | $57,124 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus earn a median of $49,044, compared with $90,738 for all University of Washington-Seattle Campus graduates — about 46% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus comes in at $17,184.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Natural Resources Conservation graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus are 68% women (186) and 32% men (86).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 224 bachelor’s natural resources conservation degrees awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 69% were women (154) and 31% were men (70).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 127 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 25 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 32 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 20 |
| International (Nonresident) | 13 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 37% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, above the national average of 28%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Master’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 40 master’s natural resources conservation graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 65% were women (26) and 35% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 28% of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, higher than the national average of 21%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Doctoral Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Of the 8 doctoral natural resources conservation graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 75% were women (6) and 25% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 12% of Natural Resources Conservation doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 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 Washington-Seattle Campus
This Natural Resources Conservation program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Environmental Studies | 136 |
| Environmental Science | 136 |
Best-Paid Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Students who finish Natural Resources Conservation program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus pursue many career paths. 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.