Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Bachelor's degree · Bates College · Lewiston, ME

CIP 03.01

$38,437Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$35,020Median earnings 3 years after
$56,602Median earnings 5 years after
$9,614Median federal debt
49Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Natural Resources Conservation and Research at Bates College earn a median of $38,437 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 $9,614, about 25% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Maine
Orono
$39,297$25,334
University of Southern Maine
Portland
$34,465$26,000
University of New England
Biddeford
$34,434$27,000
Colby College
Waterville
$28,216$19,313

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Natural Resources Conservation and Research graduates from Bates College make?

The median salary is $38,437 one year after graduation and $56,602 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,614.

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