Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management at Garrett College in McHenry, MD
Total Graduates
5
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
60%
3 of 5
Female Graduates
40%
2 of 5
Annual Tuition & Fees
$9,352
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Garrett College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Resources & Wildlife Technology (66 Credit Hours) | 63% | 76% | 79% | $5,846 |
In the Natural Resources & Wildlife Technology (66 Credit Hours) program at Garrett College, 76% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 63% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,846 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$67,950
10-Year Job Growth
+3.4%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Conservation Scientists
SOC: 19-1031 | $54,360 | +3.4% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
| $80,664 | +4% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
| |
Park Naturalists
SOC: 19-1031 | $54,360 | +3.4% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Range Managers
SOC: 19-1031 | $54,360 | +3.4% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
SOC: 19-1023 | $58,288 | +1.6% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$50,963
Peak Salary
$84,938
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (7)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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