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Natural Resources Conservation Schools in New Jersey

36 students earned Conservation degrees in New Jersey in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Natural Resources Conservation is the 83rd most popular major in the state out of a total 203 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Natural Resources Conservation Majors in New Jersey

Conservation majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 19
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 16
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

In New Jersey, a conservation major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of conservation majors in New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.3%
  • Black or African American: 2.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.6%
  • White: 50.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 30.6%
  • Other Races: 2.8%
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Jobs for Natural Resources Conservation Grads in New Jersey

In this state, there are 3,170 people employed in jobs related to a conservation degree, compared to 119,200 nationwide.

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Wages for Natural Resources Conservation Jobs in New Jersey

Conservation grads earn an average of $80,350 in the state and $77,580 nationwide.

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There are 6 colleges in New Jersey that offer conservation degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
11,652 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.51 years. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.00%.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
9,893 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.20%. The average student takes 4.24 years to complete their degree at Stockton State. This public school has an average net price of $21,404.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
21,005 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. The average student takes 4.39 years to complete their degree at Montclair State. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $46,890 after earning their degree at this institution.

#4

Princeton University

Princeton
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
7,853 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 4 to 1. Graduates earn an average $84,713 after graduation. 83% of the teachers are full time.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
13,231 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.48 years. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. Graduates earn an average $54,962 after graduation.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
50,411 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.60% which is lower than average. A typical student attending Rutgers New Brunswick will pay a net price of $23,035. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $54,962 a year.

Natural Resources Conservation Careers in NJ

Some of the careers conservation majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 8% $77,190
Environmental Science Professors 7% $91,370
Conservation Scientists 5% $85,520

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