Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Bachelor's degree · Northeastern Illinois University · Chicago, IL
$30,490Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$46,565Median earnings 4 years after
$53,725Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
7Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Natural Resources Conservation and Research at Northeastern Illinois University earn a median of $30,490 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,012 four years after graduating (middle half: $39,435–$72,794).
Natural Resources Conservation and Research (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $36,409 | $22,250 |
| Augustana College Rock Island | $35,669 | $26,000 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $31,369 | $18,925 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $30,797 | $22,808 |
| Knox College Galesburg | $28,757 | $26,000 |
| Lake Forest College Lake Forest | $26,998 | — |
| DePaul University Chicago | $26,381 | $24,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Natural Resources Conservation and Research graduates from Northeastern Illinois University make?
The median salary is $30,490 one year after graduation and $53,725 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.