Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Master's degree · Middlebury College · Middlebury, VT

CIP 03.01

$54,909Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$72,805Median earnings 4 years after

$85,093Median earnings 5 years after

$77,000Median federal debt

—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Natural Resources Conservation and Research at Middlebury College earn a median of $54,909 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $74,607 four years after graduating (middle half: $55,183–$98,711). Median debt is $77,000, about 140% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $54,909 one year after graduation and $85,093 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $77,000.

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