Natural Resources Conservation and Research at The Evergreen State College
Master's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Natural Resources Conservation and Research masters's programs at peer institutions in Washington (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Evergreen State College | $56,288* | $60,967 | — | — |
| Central Washington University | $59,067* | — | — | — |
| Western Washington University | $56,460* | — | — | — |
| Washington State University | $56,115* | — | — | — |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $49,651* | — | — | — |
| National Median | $55,058* | — | — | — |
Other Natural Resources Conservation and Research Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Washington University Ellensburg | $9,192 | $59,067 | — |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $9,286 | $56,460 | — |
| Washington State University Pullman | $12,997 | $56,115 | — |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $49,651 | — |
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 The Evergreen State College, approximately 41% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in WA. Actual outcomes may vary.