North Dakota · Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Best Natural Resources Conservation and Research institutions in North Dakota, 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
8
offering CIP 03.01
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
36
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$19,583
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
41%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Conservation Scientists
$81,080
BLS OEWS 2024

8 institutions offering Natural Resources Conservation and Research in North Dakota

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of North Dakota
Grand Forks Public
1260%
2Sitting Bull College
Fort Yates Public
822%
3United Tribes Technical College
Bismarck Private not-for-profit
521%$2,819
4Dickinson State University
Dickinson Public
351%
5Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College
New Town Public
37%
6University of Jamestown
Jamestown Private not-for-profit
249%$19,583
7North Dakota State University - Main Campus
Fargo Public
264%
8Valley City State University
Valley City Public
153%

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 North Dakota

Jobs in North Dakota
260
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$81,080
median $79,790
Best-paying metro
$77,420
Bismarck, ND

Related careers

Compliance Officers
$81,750 avg · 890 jobs
Conservation Scientists
$81,080 avg · 260 jobs
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
$79,270 avg · 230 jobs
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health
$56,440 avg · 120 jobs
Forest and Conservation Technicians
$52,200
Foresters

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Natural Resources Conservation and Research programs in North Dakota.

How much do Conservation Scientists earn in North Dakota?+

The average annual wage for Conservation Scientists in North Dakota is $81,080 (median $79,790), across about 260 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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