Natural Resources Conservation and Research at Occidental College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Occidental College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Occidental College graduates earn $50k, placing them in the 95th 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Ashford University | $41,893 | $39,133 | $45,254 | 1.08 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Ashford University San Diego | $13,160 | $41,893 | $45,254 |
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 Occidental College, approximately 16% 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 18 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.