Natural Resources/Conservation, General at University of Massachusetts-Amherst in Amherst, MA

Natural Resources & Conservation Bachelor's CIP 03.0101

Total Graduates

72

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

49%

35 of 72

Female Graduates

51%

37 of 72

Annual Tuition

$16,591

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Natural Resources/Conservation, General

Bachelor's 72 grads Bachelor's 5 grads Master's 18 grads DOCTORAL 4 grads

Program Popularity

#6
of 48 colleges nationally
87.5%
Produces more graduates than 87.5% of colleges offering this program
1,463
Total national graduates (Bachelor's)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Natural Resources/Conservation, General.
Degree Level Bachelor's
CIP Code 03.0101
Program Family Natural Resources & Conservation

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 72 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 49% male, 51% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Forest and conservation technicians

Primary Occupation
$54,310
Median Annual Salary
$36,190 $80,790
10th percentile 90th percentile
31,080 employed nationally -3.2% projected growth

Related Occupations

Conservation scientists +3.4%
$67,950
Foresters +1.2%
$70,660
Forestry and conservation science teachers, postsecondary +4%
$100,830

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

$67,950

10-Year Job Growth

+3.4%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 6 careers
Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$54,360+3.4%
75%
primary100% confidence
$43,448-3.2%
75%
primary100% confidence
Foresters SOC: 19-1032
$56,528+1.2%
75%
primary100% confidence
$80,664+4%
75%
primary100% confidence
Park Naturalists SOC: 19-1031
$54,360+3.4%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$50,963

Peak Salary

$84,938

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (7)

Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Speaking
Complex Problem Solving
Writing
Critical Thinking
Science

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)

I
Investigative
R
Realistic
C
Conventional

research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems
  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Analytical
Curious
Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management

Work Values

Active Listening
Speaking
Knowledge
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?

2

Do you value active listening?

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
  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • 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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