Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Master's degree · University of California-Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Natural Resources Conservation and Research at University of California-Santa Barbara earn a median of $55,039 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $74,607 four years after graduating (middle half: $55,183–$98,711). Median debt is $32,485, about 59% of first-year earnings.
Natural Resources Conservation and Research (Master's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of San Francisco San Francisco | $69,495 | $41,000 |
| California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata | $63,768 | $24,185 |
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $62,270 | — |
| Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey Monterey | $54,909 | $77,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Natural Resources Conservation and Research graduates from University of California-Santa Barbara make?
The median salary is $55,039 one year after graduation and $90,082 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $32,485.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.