Natural Resources Conservation and Research at Wellesley College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Wellesley College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Wellesley College graduates earn $38k, placing them in the 69th percentile of all natural resources conservation and research bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Natural Resources Conservation and Research bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (37 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellesley College | $37,724 | — | $23,430* | — |
| Bentley University | $68,600 | — | $27,000* | 0.39 |
| Northeastern University | $51,137 | $50,604 | $23,430* | 0.46 |
| Massachusetts Maritime Academy | $50,931 | $64,846 | $26,000* | 0.51 |
| Boston College | $49,111 | — | $17,200* | 0.35 |
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell | $45,215 | — | $27,000* | 0.60 |
| National Median | $33,988 | — | $23,010* | 0.68 |
Other Natural Resources Conservation and Research Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley University Waltham | $58,150 | $68,600 | $27,000 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $63,141 | $51,137 | $23,430 |
| Massachusetts Maritime Academy Buzzards Bay | $10,816 | $50,931 | $26,000 |
| Boston College Chestnut Hill | $67,680 | $49,111 | $17,200 |
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell | $16,570 | $45,215 | $27,000 |
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 Wellesley College, approximately 21% 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 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.