Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Bachelor's degree · Virginia Commonwealth University · Richmond, VA

CIP 03.01

$32,038Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$50,217Median earnings 4 years after
$53,220Median earnings 5 years after
$21,500Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Natural Resources Conservation and Research at Virginia Commonwealth University earn a median of $32,038 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 $21,500, about 67% of first-year earnings.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
George Mason University
Fairfax
$43,038$22,483
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Charlottesville
$41,790$14,000
Roanoke College
Salem
$39,588$27,000
Longwood University
Farmville
$39,391—
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg
$39,361$26,816
Bridgewater College
Bridgewater
$38,838—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Natural Resources Conservation and Research graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University make?

The median salary is $32,038 one year after graduation and $53,220 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,500.

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