Wildlife Management Master’s Degrees
There are 83 schools in the United States where you can earn amaster’s degree in Wildlife Management.
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Education Levels of Wildlife Management Majors
In the most recent reporting year, 2,419 students earned theirWildlife Management majors across all award levels. The following table shows the number of diplomas awarded in Wildlife Management at each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Certificate | 14 |
| Associate’s Degree | 265 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 1,714 |
| Master’s Degree (this page) | 387 |
| Doctor’s Degree | 39 |
Earnings of Wildlife Management Majors With Master’s Degrees (All Award Levels)
Federal data tracks the median salary for graduates with amaster’s degree in Wildlife Management of $38,597 four years after graduation. These figures are reported program-wide, across all award levels.
However, this can depend on a number of factors, such as where you live and the number of years of experience you have.
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,560 |
| 4 years | $38,597 |
| 5 years | $44,355 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study earnings tracker (program-wide, all award levels).
Student Debt (All Award Levels)
The data on debt ranges for Wildlife Management majors who have their master’s degree is not currently available.
Most Popular Wildlife Management Programs for Master’s Degrees
There are 97 colleges that offer a master’s degree in Wildlife Management. Learn more about the most popular below:
Oregon State University tops the list of the most popular schools in the U.S. for Wildlife Management majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 154 master's degrees in Wildlife Management in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Wildlife Management here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of Florida is a popular choice for Wildlife Management majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 130 master's degrees in Wildlife Management in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of California-Davis is a popular choice for Wildlife Management majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 91 master's degrees in Wildlife Management in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt is a popular choice for Wildlife Management majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 88 master's degrees in Wildlife Management in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Wildlife Management here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Tarleton State University comes in at #5 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Wildlife Management. This school awarded 84 master's degrees in Wildlife Management in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Wildlife Management here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Michigan State University comes in at #6 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Wildlife Management. This school awarded 80 master's degrees in Wildlife Management in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point comes in at #7 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Wildlife Management. This school awarded 78 master's degrees in Wildlife Management in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Wildlife Management here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
West Virginia University is a popular choice for Wildlife Management majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 72 people received their master's degree in Wildlife Management from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is a popular choice for Wildlife Management majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 71 people received their master's degree in Wildlife Management from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Mississippi State University is a popular choice for Wildlife Management majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 66 master's degrees in Wildlife Management in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Wildlife Management here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of Alaska Fairbanks comes in at #11 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Wildlife Management. During the most recent year for which we have data, 65 people received their master's degree in Wildlife Management from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
The University of Montana is a popular choice for Wildlife Management majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 64 master's degrees in Wildlife Management in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville comes in at #13 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Wildlife Management. This school awarded 62 master's degrees in Wildlife Management in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Hocking College is a popular choice for Wildlife Management majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 47 people received their master's degree in Wildlife Management from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
American Public University System is a popular choice for Wildlife Management majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 45 people received their master's degree in Wildlife Management from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Clemson University is a popular choice for Wildlife Management majors seeking their master's degree. This school awarded 43 master's degrees in Wildlife Management in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Maine is a popular choice for Wildlife Management majors seeking their master's degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 41 people received their master's degree in Wildlife Management from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Delaware comes in at #18 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Wildlife Management. During the most recent year for which we have data, 39 people received their master's degree in Wildlife Management from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Wildlife Management here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of Rhode Island comes in at #19 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Wildlife Management. During the most recent year for which we have data, 38 people received their master's degree in Wildlife Management from this school. Graduates who complete their master's degree in Wildlife Management here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of Wisconsin-Madison comes in at #20 on our list of the most popular colleges offering master's degrees in Wildlife Management. During the most recent year for which we have data, 38 people received their master's degree in Wildlife Management from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Wildlife Management Focus Areas
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management | 2,419 |
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Related Majors
Below are some popular majors similar to Wildlife Management that also offer master’s degrees.
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | 23,853 |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | 3,090 |
| Forestry | 2,460 |
| Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management | 407 |
| Natural Resources and Conservation, Other | 132 |
References
The racial-ethnic minority student count is calculated by taking the total number of students and subtracting white students, international students, and students whose race/ethnicity was unknown. This number is then divided by the total number of students to obtain the percentage of racial-ethnic minorities.
- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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