Median Earnings (1yr)
$56,460
55th percentile
Sample Size
17
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Western Washington University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Western Washington University graduates earn $56k, placing them in the 55th percentile of all natural resources conservation and research masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Washington

Natural Resources Conservation and Research masters's programs at peer institutions in Washington (5 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Western Washington University$56,460
Central Washington University$59,067
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

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Central Washington University
Ellensburg
$9,192$59,067
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 Western Washington University, 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.