Biological & Life Sciences

Programs in Biological and Life Sciences provide opportunities to gain the knowledge and skills needed to understand plant and animal life and their relationships. Biological Scientists are employed in research, related medical fields, laboratory settings, industry, and education.

According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, beginning salary offers averages ~$34,000 a year for bachelor's degree recipients in biological and life sciences.

Median annual wages of microbiologists were ~$66,350. The middle 50 percent earned between $49000 and $88,000. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $39,000, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $115,000.

Median annual wages of zoologists and wildlife biologists were $56,000. The middle 50 percent earned between $43,000 and $72,500. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $34,000, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $93,000.

A report from Georgetown University estimates that more than half of biology and life science bachelor's degree graduates go on to get a master's degree or doctorate. Those who go to graduate school end up earning significantly more money