New Mexico · Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Best Natural Resources Conservation and Research institutions in New Mexico, ranked by earnings

The Natural Resources Conservation and Research program focuses on the sustainable management and conservation of natural resources. It equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address environmental challenges and promote…

Institutions
7
offering CIP 03.01
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
37
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
37%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Conservation Scientists
$75,380
BLS OEWS 2024

7 institutions offering Natural Resources Conservation and Research in New Mexico

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of New Mexico - Main Campus
Albuquerque Public
2055%
2New Mexico State University - Main Campus
Las Cruces Public
855%
3Navajo Technical University
Crownpoint Public
412%
4New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
Socorro Public
257%
5University of New Mexico - Los Alamos Campus
Los Alamos Public
123%
6Santa Fe Community College
Santa Fe Public
123%
7Western New Mexico University
Silver City Public
132%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Conservation Scientists (SOC 19-1031).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+3.4%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~2,500
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$67,950
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingScienceWritingCritical Thinking

What Conservation Scientists earn in New Mexico

Jobs in New Mexico
390
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$75,380
median $72,490
Best-paying metro
$82,190
Albuquerque, NM

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$75,380 avg · 390 jobs
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$69,100 avg · 50 jobs
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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Natural Resources Conservation and Research programs in New Mexico.

How much do Conservation Scientists earn in New Mexico?+

The average annual wage for Conservation Scientists in New Mexico is $75,380 (median $72,490), across about 390 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Natural Resources Conservation and Research program?+

The Natural Resources Conservation and Research program focuses on the sustainable management and conservation of natural resources. It equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address environmental challenges and promote…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop reading comprehension, active listening, speaking, science, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Conservation Scientists?+

The national job outlook is about +3.4% growth with around 2,500 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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