by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how NKU ranks among other schools offering degrees in conservation.
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The bachelor's program at NKU was ranked #226 on College Factual's Best Schools for conservation list. It is also ranked #2 in Kentucky.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 217 |
| Best Natural Resources Conservation Schools | 226 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Northern Kentucky University handed out 18 bachelor's degrees in natural resources conservation. This is an increase of 29% over the previous year when 14 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of conservation students who receive their bachelor's degree at NKU is $36,894. This is great news for graduates of the program, since this figure is higher than the national average of $34,020 for all conservation bachelor's degree recipients.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at NKU was $879 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $438 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,512 | $21,096 |
| Fees | $384 | $384 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,660 | $11,660 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,500 | $2,500 |
Learn more about NKU tuition and fees.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 18 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in conservation from NKU. About 22% were men and 78% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 89% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Kentucky University with a bachelor's in conservation.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
NKU does not offer an online option for its conservation bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the NKU Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the conservation majors at Northern Kentucky University.
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