Students should consult with their academic advisors and other members of the department for assistance in making proper course selections that will prepare them for their chosen career directions. The Department recommends the Bachelor of Science degree for students seeking entrance into professional schools, graduate schools or technician positions in industry. The Bachelor of Arts degree allows flexibility, particularly for students wishing to obtain a minor outside of the Division of Natural Sciences.

Specific Occupations For Biology Majors

Environment or Agriculture Related 
Agricultural Scientist, Soil Conservationist, Range Manager, Forester, Environmental Technician, Botanist, Ecologist, Horticulturist

Medicine 
Doctor: General Medicine, Chiropractor, Dentist, Optometrist, Physiologist, Podiatrist, Surgeon, Pharmacist

Technical Work 
Biological Technician, Chemical Technician, Clinical Lab Technician, Electroneurodiagnostic Technician, Health Information Technician, Nuclear Technician, Petroleum Technician, Process Technician, Science & Engineering, Surgical Technician

Therapy 
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy

Health 
Dietician, Nutritionist

Animals 
Animal Breeder, Aquatic Biologist, Zoologist

Others 
Biochemist, Research Assistant, Social Scientist, Statistician, Medical Scientist, Microbiologist

Biology Majors are encouraged to actively research career options and obtain experience in areas of interest.