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 Shepherd University ranks among other schools offering degrees in conservation.
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The bachelor's program at Shepherd University was ranked #238 on College Factual's Best Schools for conservation list. It is also ranked #3 in West Virginia.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Natural Resources Conservation Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 229 |
| Best Natural Resources Conservation Schools | 238 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Shepherd University handed out 11 bachelor's degrees in natural resources conservation. This is a decrease of 15% over the previous year when 13 degrees were handed out.
Conservation majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Shepherd University go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $29,921 a year. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $34,020 for all conservation students.
Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at Shepherd University paid an average of $788 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $353 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,288 | $15,774 |
| Fees | $2,354 | $3,308 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,308 | $11,308 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,566 | $2,566 |
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During the 2021-2022 academic year, 11 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in conservation from Shepherd University. About 45% were men and 55% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 82% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Shepherd University with a bachelor's in conservation.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Online degrees for the Shepherd University conservation bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Shepherd University Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the conservation majors at Shepherd University.
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