B.S. in Biology - Marine Biology

Marine Biologist studies coral reef

Marine Biology is a degree for students who plan to enter graduate school or have careers in marine biology research, environmental assessment, or education. This department is an active member of Alabama’s Marine Environmental Sciences Consortium. Students that participate in this program will have the exciting opportunity to participate in a summer study at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab.

Potential Careers

  • Marine Biologist
  • Aquaria Director
  • Natural Resource Technician
  • Environmental Planner

Median Annual Salary

Marine Biologist

$63,500

Aquaria Director

$64,976

Environmental Planner $73,287

*Median annual salaries are from Salary.com