<p>Hey guys, so I'm in a bit of a pickle. I'm a rising senior who comes from an Asian family, so I've been pushed down the typical doctor route. I just started looking at career options and corresponding colleges. For a while, I thought I wanted to become a doctor, too. However, after further research, I have made the decision that it's just not for me. I've been interested in fields such as Forensics and Criminal Justice for many years and am now considering becoming a Forensic Science Technician or a Pathologist Assistant. My family wants me to change my mind, especially after I told them the pay for an average FST in our area is around 70k-90k (which imo isn't that bad). I'd rather have a happy, moderate-paying job than a high-paying one that will make me miserable. I will probably major in Biology, but it will still be competitive due to all the majority of pre-meds that declare Bio. I was wondering if you guys think it would still be possible to keep up with the Bio course load and still have a social life, now that I won't have to worry about MCATs and the other prep to get into Med school? Also, with my major and career choices, do you guys think it will be difficult to find a job? I heard there's basically nothing for those with a Bachelor's in Biology besides research and teaching. Engineering isn't my forte and business is a toss-up since I'm good with numbers and econ, but it gets boring after a while... D: Any advice would be greatly appreciated!</p>
<p>I don’t know why you want to major in bio. Granted I don’t know much about being a forensic science technician, I’d imagine that there is a major for it other than bio. Excuse me if I’m wrong about that.</p>
<p>On to your other question. I don’t think being a bio major not on the pre med track will be any noticeably easier than being on it. Students generally aren’t adding several more hours to devote to MCAT while taking classes. Most people study in the summer. </p>
<p>A Biology major is extremely difficult no matter what. If a degree there will get you a job in the forensic field and you’re willing to put in a lot of work, go for it.</p>