Biology Major
What does a biology major do?
A biology major studies living organisms, from plants and animals, to the human body.
What types of jobs do biology majors take after graduation?
There are a variety of career paths available to biology majors, including:
- Environmental Science
- Veterinarian
- Medical Doctor
- Genetics
- Oceanography
- Microbiology
- Forensic Science
What degrees do biology majors pursue?
If you choose to pursue a general biology degree, you might earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Life or Natural Sciences. Depending on your interests and career path, you might decide to earn a more specialized degree, such as a Bachelor’s Degree in Oceanography. Biology majors also have the same choices when deciding on a Master’s degree program.
How much does a biology program cost?
School costs vary widely, depending on the type of school you choose and what type of program you are pursing. You can find average school costs for public biology colleges and private biology colleges in our compare colleges section.
How do I pay for a biology program?
Whether you are paying for an undergraduate or graduate biology program, it’s important that you complete the FAFSA and review your financial aid options. You should start by trying to obtain college scholarships and college grants (free money) to pay for your biology program. Then use
federal student loans, such as the Federal Stafford Loan. If free money and federal loans are not enough to pay for your biology program, you can begin to research private student loans to cover the remainder of your school costs.
What is the average entry-level salary for biology majors?
According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, beginning salary offers in July 2009 averaged $33,254 a year for bachelor's program recipients in biological and life sciences1.
A biology major probably performs well in or enjoys the following subjects:
- Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
- Math