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Natural Resources Conservation and Research at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus

Stillwater, OK · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $35,385/yr (2% vs median)

AI Risk High (48% exposed)

Job Market Large (55,700 openings/yr)

ROI 11.1x earnings multiple (4.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #132 of 256 Natural Resources Conservation and Research programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Natural Resources Conservation and Research graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$450K	$455K	$434K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	11.0x	11.1x	10.6x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.4x	4.4x	4.2x
Probability of Field Employment	49%	44%	33%
DegreeOutlook Score	34	34	31

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$40,936

Out-of-state: $103,016 (4.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$65,512

-60% less than sticker · See by income

Program Analysis

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus's Natural Resources Conservation and Research program produces graduates earning $35,385/yr — within striking distance of the $34,545 national average for this field.

With a 11.1x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 4% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Natural Resources Conservation and Research career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

A #132 ranking among 256 Natural Resources Conservation and Research programs places Oklahoma State University-Main Campus in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About Oklahoma State University-Main Campus

A 71% acceptance rate means Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is accessible to most applicants, one of the larger campuses at 20,814 students in Stillwater, OK.

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Top Career Paths

Forestry and conservation science teachers, postsecondary $100,830/yr

Environmental science teachers, postsecondary $87,710/yr

Environmental scientists and specialists, including health $80,060/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 34/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Natural Resources Conservation and Research at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus?

At 34/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Natural Resources Conservation and Research programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Natural Resources Conservation and Research at Oklahoma State University-Main Campus?

The 48% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →