What to do with Biology degree?

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<p>Hey guys. I'm in my third year now of College with Biology as my declared major, but I am not sure what I want to do with it. I wanted to go to Med school first but I don't think I can handle that any more. I feel like I should get my Bio degree and perhaps pursue something else but I feel as if I would be wasting some more years. I'm feeling kind of hopeless. What else can I do with a biology degree? If I want to pursue a master's program and don't get in, can I try again? What kind of jobs can I find with a master's degree? Thanks guys.</p>

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<p>Biology-specific job and career prospects are not great, unfortunately.</p>

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<p>You will need some sort of post graduate training. A MS in biology is only digging the hole deeper. Try for med school. Some alternatives are Physician’s assistant, Physical Therapy, OT, or get a graduate degree in accounting/Finance. </p>

<p>With a BS in biology you will likely end up working retail.</p>

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<p>You have a few different options considering you are still in school. You still have some time to decide what to do now.</p>

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<li><p>Professional Science Masters Program-A combination of science and business to get into higher biotech/pharma positions</p></li>
<li><p>Med School/PA/PT/Dental School</p></li>
<li><p>Switch to something else completely-You can get a masters in something or change your major. </p></li>
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<p>I would also consider getting a minor in something that you’re interested in and that has the potential to help you get employment. (CS, Econ, Accounting, Business etc.)</p>

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<p>Change your major, and continue taking those BIO courses that you find interesting. You might end up working for a bar, or a retail store with just a degree in BIO. Spare yourself the stress.</p>

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<p>What about teaching high school bio or middle school science? It doesn’t have to be permanent, and you make a ton of contacts there. You may even find that you like it.</p>