Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Bachelor's degree · University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · Chapel Hill, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Natural Resources Conservation and Research at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill earn a median of $33,976 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 $12,000, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Natural Resources Conservation and Research (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke | $38,400 | — |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $32,948 | $21,073 |
| University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington | $28,935 | $21,500 |
| Duke University Durham | $28,121 | $11,875 |
| Appalachian State University Boone | $27,631 | $20,500 |
| Catawba College Salisbury | $27,389 | $22,268 |
| University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville | $25,758 | $22,354 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Natural Resources Conservation and Research graduates from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill make?
The median salary is $33,976 one year after graduation and $55,613 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.