Landscaping and Groundskeeping at University of Massachusetts-Amherst in Amherst, MA

Agriculture & Natural Resources Associate's CIP 01.0605

Total Graduates

11

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

82%

9 of 11

Female Graduates

18%

2 of 11

Annual Tuition

$16,591

In-state rate

Program Popularity

#6
of 45 colleges nationally
86.7%
Produces more graduates than 86.7% of colleges offering this program
223
Total national graduates (Associate's)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Landscaping and Groundskeeping.
Degree Level Associate's
CIP Code 01.0605
Program Family Agriculture & Natural Resources

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 11 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 82% male, 18% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Landscaping and groundskeeping workers

Primary Occupation
$38,090
Median Annual Salary
$29,990 $53,900
10th percentile 90th percentile
943,430 employed nationally +3.6% projected growth

Related Occupations

First-line supervisors of landscaping, lawn service, and groundskeeping workers +2.3%
$56,170
Pesticide handlers, sprayers, and applicators, vegetation +3.8%
$45,200
Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary +4.1%
$86,350

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$86,350

10-Year Job Growth

+4.1%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$69,080+4.1%
75%
primary100% confidence
$44,936+2.3%
75%
primary100% confidence
$30,472+3.6%
0%
primary100% confidence
$36,160+3.8%
0%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$64,763

Peak Salary

$107,938

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Instructing
Learning Strategies
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Writing
Critical Thinking
Active Learning
Monitoring
Judgment and Decision Making

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

R
Realistic
C
Conventional
S
Social

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Helping others
  • Teaching

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented
Empathetic
Patient

💡 Interests

Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management
Helping others
Teaching

Work Values

Instructing
Learning Strategies
Monitoring
Time Management
Helping others
Independence

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people?

2

Do you value instructing?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer working independently
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

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