Natural Resources Conservation and Research at CUNY Queens College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How CUNY Queens College graduates compare to all programs nationally
CUNY Queens College graduates earn $28k, placing them in the 16th percentile of all natural resources conservation and research bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Natural Resources Conservation and Research bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (67 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Queens College | $27,677 | $42,932 | $21,151* | — |
| Hobart William Smith Colleges | $43,671 | $60,887 | $27,000* | 0.62 |
| Barnard College | $42,622 | — | —* | — |
| Colgate University | $41,870 | $70,524 | $17,000* | 0.41 |
| Cornell University | $41,621 | $58,440 | $16,500* | 0.40 |
| University of Rochester | $38,762 | — | $19,625* | 0.51 |
| National Median | $33,988 | — | $23,010* | 0.68 |
Other Natural Resources Conservation and Research Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva | $63,268 | $43,671 | $27,000 |
| Barnard College New York | $66,246 | $42,622 | — |
| Colgate University Hamilton | $67,024 | $41,870 | $17,000 |
| Cornell University Ithaca | $66,014 | $41,621 | $16,500 |
| University of Rochester Rochester | $64,348 | $38,762 | $19,625 |
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 CUNY Queens College, approximately 48% 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 30 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.