What students report
Review sample
- Senior150%
- Alumni150%
What stands out
- Lower career outlook. Career prospects is 0.6 points lower than the same major at other schools.
Student voice
Why students feel that way
Patterns tell us what is happening. Student accounts explain why.
Distinctive themes
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Representative perspectives
Keep your options open and make sure you specialize in some area of biology or do a double major. If you do not plan on going to medical school or research, there is a lot of career uncertainty despite graduating with a degree…
Advice & things to know
Best suited for premed student or people who likes research and want to earn PHD because the major has lots opportunities and resources. On the other hand, the major is not very career oriented, so it is challenging to get job…
Careers & next steps
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- Enjoyment
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Complete evidence
Student reviews
2 reviews
Keep your options open and make sure you specialize in some area of biology or do a double major. If you do not plan on going to medical school or research, there is a lot of career uncertainty despite graduating with a degree that is difficult and a lot of work. Ex: minor in healthcare, public policy, psychology, comp sci, business.
- Interested in Public service · Research & academia +2
- Planning a PhD
Best suited for premed student or people who likes research and want to earn PHD because the major has lots opportunities and resources. On the other hand, the major is not very career oriented, so it is challenging to get job offers or might require extra effort from you.
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