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Natural Resources Conservation and Research at The University of Texas at El Paso

El Paso, TX · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $31,207/yr (-10% vs median)

AI Risk High (48% exposed)

Job Market Large (55,700 openings/yr)

ROI 11.1x earnings multiple (4.3x out-of-state)

Ranked #177 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	$426K	$434K	$418K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.9x	11.1x	10.7x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.2x	4.3x	4.1x
Probability of Field Employment	49%	44%	33%
DegreeOutlook Score	30	29	27

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$38,976

Out-of-state: $102,048 (4.3x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$42,904

-10% less than sticker · See by income

Program Analysis

At $31,207/yr, Natural Resources Conservation and Research graduates from The University of Texas at El Paso land near the $34,545 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

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 2% 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 #177 ranking among 256 Natural Resources Conservation and Research programs places The University of Texas at El Paso in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About The University of Texas at El Paso

With 100% of applicants admitted, The University of Texas at El Paso prioritizes broad access, with 20,547 students enrolled in El Paso, TX. With 61% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.

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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

View all 8 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 29/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Natural Resources Conservation and Research at The University of Texas at El Paso?

At 29/100, 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 The University of Texas at El Paso?

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 →