What Can I Do With a Major In Avian Biology?
UGA Specific Information for Avian Biology
Birds play an increasingly important part in human economy and society. Domesticated birds provide food, feathers and companionship; wild birds are significant players in nearly every terrestrial ecosystem. Avian science majors consider birds as both economically and environmentally important organisms. Bird biology, behavior, productivity and management are all subjects avian science majors study in detail. Graduates may work with food birds such as chickens; with birds kept as companions or in aviaries; with game bird populations or with wild birds in any part of the world.
Class of 2023 Career Outcomes for Avian Biology*
** Includes Self-Employed
Campus Resources
- Animal and Dairy Science Clubs and Organizations
- Pre-Veterinary Medicine Club
- Poultry Science Club
- College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Clubs and Organizations
- Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS)
- Alpha Gamma Rho (Men pursuing careers in agriculture)
- Sigma Alpha (Women pursuing careers in agriculture)
- UGA Mentor Program
To find additional clubs and organizations, go to the Center for Student Organizations
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Employment Websites
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Handshake (scroll down to the bottom of the page; login with your UGA MyID and password)
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LinkedIn (this popular networking site also has a job board!)
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Idealist (non-profit jobs)
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USAJobs (federal jobs)
MAJOR/CAREER SPECIFIC:
Professional Associations/Resources
- American Association of Zoo Veterinarians
- National Wildlife Rehabilitation Association
- International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council
- The Waterbird Society
- Poultry Science Association
- World Poultry Science Association
- American Association of Avian Pathologists
- National Audubon Society
- International Bird Rescue Research Center
- Society for Conservation Biology
- Agriculture Future of America
Tip: Join LinkedIn groups that are related to your career interest. Need help finding groups? Check out the Groups You May Like link under the Interests/Groups tab. Review the groups that professionals in your field of interest have joined and consider joining them as well.
Employers/Position Title Reported by Class of 2023 Avian Biology majors
The information below represents employers and position titles from the Class of 2023 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
Employer | Position Title(s) |
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LifeLine Animal Project | Veterinary Assistant | Oglethorpe Animal Clinic | Veterinary Assistant | Zoo Atlanta | Bird Keeper I |
Graduate/Professional Schools attended by Class of 2023 Avian Biology majors
The information below represents graduate/professional schools and programs reported through the Class of 2023 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
Graduate School | Program(s) |
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Athens Technical College | Interdisciplinary Studies, Associate | Augusta Technical College | Interdisciplinary Studies, Associate | University of Georgia | Poultry Science, Degree Not Specified | University of Georgia | Poultry Science, Master's | University of Georgia | Poultry Science, PhD | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, PhD |