Oklahoma · Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Best Natural Resources Conservation and Research institutions in Oklahoma, 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
113
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
$35,385
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
2
College Scorecard
Median net price
$23,470
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
47%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Conservation Scientists
$66,700
BLS OEWS 2024

Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings

Earnings = median 1 year after graduation (College Scorecard).

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of Oklahoma - Norman Campus
Norman Public · Bachelor's degree
$42,0575375%$24,125
2Oklahoma State University - Main Campus
Stillwater Public · Bachelor's degree
$35,3853268%

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 Oklahoma

Jobs in Oklahoma
290
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$66,700
median $61,960
Best-paying metro
$63,100
Tulsa, OK

Related careers

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$67,440 avg · 3,980 jobs
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$76,380 avg · 460 jobs
Conservation Scientists
$66,700 avg · 290 jobs
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health
$50,960 avg · 280 jobs
Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary
$120,670 avg · 30 jobs
Forest and Conservation Technicians

Common questions

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

Which Natural Resources Conservation and Research program in Oklahoma has the highest-earning graduates?+

By median earnings one year after graduation (College Scorecard), University of Oklahoma - Norman Campus tops the list at $42,057. Compare it against completions, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.

How much do Conservation Scientists earn in Oklahoma?+

The average annual wage for Conservation Scientists in Oklahoma is $66,700 (median $61,960), across about 290 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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