Students who choose to complete the bachelor's degree in biology or chemistry may seek employment opportunities in governmental agencies, teaching, health care, and research. By completing the Associate in Science and the Bachelor of Science, students will also be qualified for admission to additional professional schools (medicine, dentistry, optometry, physical therapy, occupational therapy) and most graduate schools. All science related programs of study share some common courses; however, significant differences do exist. Consultation with an academic advisor is strongly suggested in order to select the proper program of study to meet the student's needs.
Salary data and educational requirements for individuals who completed four-year degrees in Biology are:
| Career |
Educational Level |
Salary (Average Beginning) |
| Biologist |
B.S. |
$29,235 |
| Biologist |
M.S. |
$35,667 |
| Biologist |
Ph.D. |
$42,744 |
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