Conservation Pathway

Associate in Science (AS) Degree

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Study conservation in nature's classroom. At EICC, enjoy hands-on biology field experiences at the Nahant Marsh Education Center, a massive nature preserve near Davenport.  You also build a solid foundation in general education classes. With low-cost tuition and transfer agreements in place, this is the smart way to do your first two years. 

What You Learn in the Conservation Pathway

Study wildlife, trees and plants, and learn the basics of managing fisheries. Practice and build on your education during a summer wildlife experience and on-the-job training. You also check off a series of general education, like biology, chemistry, and math, which most four-year transfer colleges require. Complete your associate's with us and consider entering the Natural Resources Management accelerated track at Western Illinois University Quad Cities Riverfront Campus. Through this EICC pathway, you can earn a bachelor's in Recreation, Parks and Tourism Administration in as little as one year. 

What Can I Do With a Career in Conservation?

Work on a County Conservation Board, for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, at state parks, and for non-profit organizations. You can manage forests, parks, rangelands, and other natural resources. Or work with landowners, governments, farmers, and others to improve land for forestry while also safeguarding the environment. 

A Solid Foundation

Conservation

Historical and biological

Conservation

The basis for conserving natural resources. Survey problems and issues.

Wildlife Ecology

Take count

Wildlife Ecology

Study techniques including capture and marking, habitat evaluation, game laws, and more.

Fisheries Management

In the water

Fisheries Management

Learn to ID, estimate population, evaluate the watershed, and fish hatchery procedures.

General Biology

Why divided?

General Biology

Study chemical applications in biology, cell division, genetics, and more.

Aerial View or Nahant Marsh

Nahant Marsh

This massive wetland is tucked between rail yards and an oxbow lake in southwest Davenport. It's home to 300 acres of hiking trails, 150+ species of animals, and 400+ species of plants. Study conservation and wetlands here. Or just come to play and revel in the surroundings. It's a classroom and nature's playground.

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Your Degree = Success

Planning to earn a bachelor’s? Start here, then transfer your credits or associate’s degree. Studies show community college students who transfer into a four-year do better than the students who started there as freshmen.

Get a remarkable education and remarkable head start at EICC.

Explore the value of an associate’s degree

Keep Your Transfer Plan Current

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Maybe your intended next college has added a new major or maybe you’ve discovered a new interest. Check with your EICC advisor regularly and keep your own checklist going so you’re on the right path making the right progress.

TRANSFER PLANNING

What if I transfer to

Your credits will transfer to any other accredited institution. We’ve worked out transfer agreements with select partner colleges and universities. Contact your advisor to know exactly how your credits will work at: 

Ames, Iowa 

  • 2.0 GPA required for transfer
  • +2 years estimated completion at ISU

See Iowa State Transfer Information

Contact an EICC Advisor about transferring

Davenport, Iowa

  • $1,000 scholarship offered to EICC students who apply for SAU/Dual Admission
  • 2.0 GPA required for transfer

See St. Ambrose University Transfer Information

Contact an EICC Advisor about transferring

Iowa City, Iowa

  • 2.0 GPA required for transfer
  • +2 years estimated completion at UI

See University of Iowa Transfer Information

Contact an EICC Advisor about transferring

Cedar Falls, Iowa

  • 2.0 GPA required for transfer
  • +2 years estimated completion at UNI

See University of Northern Iowa Transfer Information

Contact an EICC Advisor about transferring

Macomb, Illinois

  • 2.0 GPA required for transfer
  • 2+2 Agreements & Transfer Pathways with EICC

See Western Illinois University Transfer Information

Contact an EICC Advisor about transferring

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Conservation Pathway: Locations

Muscatine Community College

152 Colorado St.
Muscatine, IA 52761
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