Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Bachelor's degree · Minnesota State University-Mankato · Mankato, MN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$65,513Median earnings 4 years after
$58,276Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
9Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Natural Resources Conservation and Research at Minnesota State University-Mankato earn a median of $48,341. 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 Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Johns University Collegeville | $44,047 | — |
| Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud | $43,555 | $20,850 |
| Bemidji State University Bemidji | $39,195 | $21,500 |
| Gustavus Adolphus College Saint Peter | $38,024 | $23,250 |
| University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston | $37,453 | $18,616 |
| University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth | $33,565 | $24,699 |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $33,132 | $21,500 |
| University of St Thomas Saint Paul | $30,520 | $24,625 |
| St Olaf College Northfield | $29,921 | $23,635 |
| Macalester College Saint Paul | $29,559 | $19,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Natural Resources Conservation and Research graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato make?
The median salary is $48,341 and $58,276 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.