Sustainability Science Schools in Illinois
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Jobs for Sustainability Science Grads in Illinois
There are 10,520 people in the state and 489,450 people in the nation working in Sustainability Science jobs.
Wages for Sustainability Science Jobs in Illinois
A typical salary for a Sustainability Science grad in the state is $102,349, compared to a typical salary of $106,231 nationwide.
Most Popular Sustainability Science Programs in IL
Our data covers 8 colleges in Illinois offering Sustainability Science degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $53,513 after earning their degree at this institution. About 44% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 94%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $47,662 a year. The school admits about 78% of applicants. 78% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $73,331 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 7%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $64,069 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 55% of applicants. 87% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $47,990 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 74%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 87%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $42,417 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 94% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 62%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $50,621 a year. About 81% of those who apply are admitted. 84% of full-time students return after their first year.
With an admission rate of 44%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 75%. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $33,280 a year.
Sustainability Science Careers in IL
Some of the careers Sustainability Science majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Conservation Scientists | 13% | $81,436 |
| Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary | 11% | $83,485 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | 10% | $110,931 |
| Park Naturalists | 9% | $76,516 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | 9% | $132,227 |
| Industrial Ecologists | 9% | $83,212 |
| Urban and Regional Planners | 8% | $66,890 |
| Climate Change Policy Analysts | 7% | $46,198 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | 6% | $42,168 |
| Environmental Restoration Planners | 4% | $61,737 |
| Transportation Planners | 4% | $50,855 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | 4% | $41,550 |
Related Majors in Illinois
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Sustainability Science.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Other Interdisciplinary Studies | 30,141 |
| Biological & Physical Science | 28,033 |
| Data Analytics | 12,891 |
| Interdisciplinary Studies | 10,355 |
| Data Science | 7,716 |
| International Studies | 5,740 |
| Nutrition Science | 5,456 |
| Behavioral Science | 5,391 |
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