Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Bachelor's degree · Ball State University · Muncie, IN

CIP 03.01

$34,000Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$41,034Median earnings 3 years after
$57,266Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Natural Resources Conservation and Research at Ball State University earn a median of $34,000 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). Median debt is $27,000, about 79% of first-year earnings.

Natural Resources Conservation and Research (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette
$48,361$32,463
Purdue University-Main Campus
West Lafayette
$38,989$19,500
Indiana University-Indianapolis
Indianapolis
$32,469$26,692
Indiana University-Bloomington
Bloomington
$31,655$18,425

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Natural Resources Conservation and Research graduates from Ball State University make?

The median salary is $34,000 one year after graduation and $57,266 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.