What Can I Do With a Major In Biological Science?
UGA Specific Information for Biological Science
This major provides a very flexible program of study integrating both biological and agricultural sciences. In addition, it can be used by students to prepare for professional programs in veterinary medicine, pharmacy, medicine, and dentistry, as well as for advanced degrees (Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy) in any of the biological and life sciences.
This major provides preparation for graduate or professional study as well as for employment in business, industry, or government positions requiring a broad background in the biological sciences. Opportunities for work in biology and agriculture are expected to grow as an increasing human population demands more food, fiber, and wood products, health care, and environmental stewardship. Faculty advisors at UGA help students with job and graduate school placement.
Class of 2023 Career Outcomes for Biological Science*
** Includes Self-Employed
Campus Resources
- UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Clubs and Organizations
- UGA Animal and Dairy Science Clubs and Organizations
To find additional clubs and organizations, go to the Center for Student Organizations
Connect with your Career Consultant for guidance and support.
Additional UGA Career Center Recommendations/Considerations
- If you are interested in pursuing a graduate degree, check out our website for assistance with this process
- If you are considering applying to Veterinary School, check out this article for specific tips
- If you are interested in Medical School, check out this site for details about the application process
Supplemental Career Research Dashboard
Additional Career Research Resources
O*NET Online – The O*NET database includes information on skills, abilities, knowledge, work activities, and interests associated with over 900 occupations.
My Next Move – An interactive tool for students and job seekers to learn more about their career options.
Occupational Outlook Handbook – The OOH is a career resource offering information on the hundreds of occupations that provide most of jobs in the United States.
Vault – Vault.com provides in-depth intelligence on what it’s really like to work in an industry, company, or profession – and how to position yourself to land that job.
Candid Career – This resource provides you with access to thousands of informational video interviews with real professionals through an easy-to-use website.
UGA Mentor Program – Connect with a mentor (alumni, faculty, staff) to research and explore industries and careers. Research industries and careers by connecting with a mentor for a quick chat or formal 16-week mentorship through the UGA Mentor Program.
Interstride - Interstride is an interactive tool for both international and domestic students to enhance their international experience and employment potential. The platform consists of job-listings, hiring trends, employer information, self-assessments, and up-to-date immigration guidance.
Glassdoor - Glassdoor is a free jobs and career community that offers an inside look at jobs and companies through "employee generated content" – anonymous salaries, company reviews, interview questions, and more – all posted by employees and job seekers.
Steppingblocks - Research your future career with real-world stats about your major, your interests, and your dream job title with career and education searches designed to find your best path based on millions of others. It’s data-powered career exploration for doers like you.
Employment Websites
General
- Handshake (scroll down to the bottom of the page; login with your UGA MyID and password)
- LinkedIn (this popular networking site also has a job board!)
- Idealist (non-profit jobs)
- USAJobs (federal jobs)
Major/Career Specific
Professional Associations/Resources
- American Institute of Biological Sciences
- Society for Developmental Biology
- American Institute of Biological Sciences
- Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology
- American Society of Animal Science
- Animal Health Institute
- The American Veterinary Medicine Association
- Association of American Medical Colleges
- 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 2022 Biological Science majors
The information below represents employers and position titles from the Class of 2022 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) |
|---|---|
| Calvary Day School | Substitute Teacher | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | Molecular Biologist and ORISE Fellow | Children's Healthcare of Atlanta | Feeding Technician | Eastside Bariatric and General Surgery | Medical Assistant | Gaines Shoal Animal Clinic | Veterinary Assistant | Georgia Bone and Joint Surgeons | Medical Assistant | Georgia Department of Public Health | Contract Tracer Supervisor | Georgia General Assembly House Of Representatives | Special Assistant, Office of the Speaker | Georgia Urology | Medical Assistant | Goodman Dermatology | Medical Assistant | Harrison Poultry | Live Production Analyst | Low Country Cancer Care Association | Medical Assistant | McRae Dental | Shadowing Intern | Morehouse School of Medicine | Research Assistant | Northeast Georgia Medical Center | EEG Technician | Oglethorpe Animal Clinic | Veterinary Assistant | Resource and Land Consultants | Project Manager Consultant | Resurgens Orthopaedics | Medical Assistant | University of Georgia | Veterinary Assistant - OR/Anesthesia | Veterinary Medical Center | Veterinary Technician |
Graduate/Professional Schools attended by Class of 2022 Biological Science majors
The information below represents graduate/professional schools and programs reported through the Class of 2022 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) |
|---|---|
| Augusta University | Dental Medicine, DMD | Augusta University | Dental Medicine, DMD | Augusta University | Dental Medicine, DMD | Augusta University | Dental Medicine, DMD | Augusta University | Dental Medicine, DMD | Augusta University | Dental Medicine, DMD | Augusta University | Medicine, MD | Medical College of Georgia | Medicine, MD | Meharry Medical College | Health Science, MS | Mercer University | Unspecified Doctoral Program | Mercer University | Medicine, MD | Mercer University | Medicine, MD | Mercer University | Medicine, MD | Mercer University | Medicine, MD | Mercer University | Medicine, MD | Mercer University | Medicine, MD | St. George's University | Medicine, MD | University of Alabama at Birmingham | Optometry, PhD | University of Florida | Medicine, Post Baccalaureate Certificate | University of Georgia | Poultry Science, Degree Not Specified | University of Georgia | Poultry Science, MS | University of Georgia | Neuroscience, PhD | University of Georgia | Law, JD | University of Georgia | Toxicology, MS | University of Georgia | Public Health, MS | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, Degree Not Specified | University of Georgia | Pharmacy, PharmD | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of Georgia | Animal and Dairy Science, PhD | University of Georgia | Animal Science, Master's | University of Georgia | Veterinary Medicine, PhD | University of Georgia | Comparative Biomedical Sciences, MS | University of Georgia | Comparative Biomedical Sciences, MS | University of Georgia | Comparative Biomedical Sciences, MS | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Veterinary Medicine, DVM | University of North Georgia | Additional Coursework | Virginia Commonwealth University | Dentistry, DDS |