Natural Resources Conservation and Research at University of West Florida
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of West Florida graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of West Florida graduates earn $37k, placing them in the 66th 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 Florida
Natural Resources Conservation and Research bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (26 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of West Florida | $37,214 | $39,209 | — | — |
| University of South Florida | $36,048 | $42,843 | $18,840 | 0.52 |
| Florida International University | $36,007 | $38,957 | — | — |
| Florida Gulf Coast University | $34,875 | $34,866 | $19,215 | 0.55 |
| University of Florida | $34,454 | $50,192 | $20,500 | 0.59 |
| University of Central Florida | $33,700 | — | $19,709 | 0.58 |
| National Median | $33,988 | — | $23,010 | 0.68 |
Other Natural Resources Conservation and Research Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Florida Tampa | $6,410 | $36,048 | $18,840 |
| Florida International University Miami | $6,565 | $36,007 | — |
| Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers | $6,118 | $34,875 | $19,215 |
| University of Florida Gainesville | $6,381 | $34,454 | $20,500 |
| University of Central Florida Orlando | $6,368 | $33,700 | $19,709 |
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 University of West Florida, approximately 33% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.