Natural Resources Conservation at University of Wisconsin-Madison
If you are interested in studying Natural Resources Conservation, you may want to check out the program at University of Wisconsin-Madison. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Wisconsin-Madison is located in Madison, WI.
During the most recent reporting year, 448 natural resources conservation graduations were recorded at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Distance learning is available at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Among 51,044 students, 1,454 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,996 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Natural Resources Conservation Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Madison
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Natural Resources Conservation program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #2 of 13 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #9 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 63 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #25 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #72 of 433 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #149 of 429 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #2 of 13 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #9 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 63 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #25 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #72 of 433 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #149 of 429 |
Earnings for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison
Students who complete University of Wisconsin-Madison’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 | $27,422 |
| 2 years | $29,183 |
| 3 years | $39,076 |
| 4 years | $46,193 |
| 5 years | $53,967 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Natural Resources Conservation graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison earn a median of $46,193, compared with $74,335 for all University of Wisconsin-Madison graduates — about 38% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Natural Resources Conservation graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison stands at $19,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Natural Resources Conservation graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Natural Resources Conservation graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison are 68% women (306) and 32% men (142).
Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Among the 174 bachelor’s natural resources conservation degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 72% were women (126) and 28% were men (48).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 146 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 5 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Minority students account for 11% of Natural Resources Conservation bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, lower than the national average of 28%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Master’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Of the 33 master’s natural resources conservation degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 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 Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Minority students account for 6% of Natural Resources Conservation master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, lower than the national average of 21%.*
Natural Resources Conservation Doctoral Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Among the 12 doctoral natural resources conservation graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 67% were women (8) and 33% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Natural Resources Conservation doctoral degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 8% of Natural Resources Conservation doctoral degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, below 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 Wisconsin-Madison
This Natural Resources Conservation program at University of Wisconsin-Madison offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Natural Resources Conservation | 23 |
| Environmental Studies | 350 |
| Environmental Science | 75 |
Top-Paying Careers for Natural Resources Conservation Graduates
Graduates of the Natural Resources Conservation program at University of Wisconsin-Madison pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
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