Natural Resources Conservation and Research at California State University-Channel Islands
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How California State University-Channel Islands graduates compare to all programs nationally
California State University-Channel Islands graduates earn $32k, placing them in the 39th percentile of all natural resources conservation and research bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Natural Resources Conservation and Research bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (52 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Channel Islands | $31,938 | — | $16,150* | — |
| Occidental College | $49,529 | $58,582 | —* | — |
| University of California-Berkeley | $47,338 | $72,049 | $12,988* | 0.27 |
| University of Redlands | $46,164 | $62,460 | $26,000* | 0.56 |
| University of Phoenix-California | $44,590 | $46,315 | $44,087* | 0.99 |
| Santa Clara University | $42,576 | $58,140 | $23,250* | 0.55 |
| National Median | $33,988 | — | $23,010* | 0.68 |
Other Natural Resources Conservation and Research Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occidental College Los Angeles | $63,446 | $49,529 | — |
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $14,850 | $47,338 | $12,988 |
| University of Redlands Redlands | $57,614 | $46,164 | $26,000 |
| University of Phoenix-California Ontario | — | $44,590 | $44,087 |
| Santa Clara University Santa Clara | $59,241 | $42,576 | $23,250 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At California State University-Channel Islands, approximately 47% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.