Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management at Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northwest Missouri State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northwest Missouri State University graduates earn $37k, placing them in the 91th percentile of all wildlife and wildlands science and management 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 Missouri
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Missouri State University | $36,758 | $37,207 | — | — |
| Missouri Western State University | $32,199 | — | — | — |
| Missouri State University-Springfield | $26,549 | — | $23,937 | 0.90 |
| National Median | $28,748 | — | $24,937 | 0.87 |
Other Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph | $9,800 | $32,199 | — |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $9,024 | $26,549 | $23,937 |
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 Northwest Missouri State University, approximately 27% 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.