​​​​​Students majoring in biology can choose to enter the workforce after completing a bachelor's degree, or opt for further education at the master's and doctorate levels.  

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics​, jobs for biological technicians (bachelor's level) are expected to increase by 14 per cent between 2010-2020.  

Other potential careers and 2010 median income include:

• Agricultural & Food Service Tech. - $32,760 
  
• Biochemist & Biophysicist - $63,010 
  
• Epidemiologists - $63,010
  
• Microbiologist - $65,920
  
• Zoologist/wildlife biologist - $57,430