Why Study Life Sciences?

Diverse undergraduate and graduate degrees

Job Opportunities in the Life Sciences
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We strive for excellence in our teaching, our research and our service to the community. We aim to inspire your personal journey and transform your career in the life sciences. Our structure allows us to respond to the educational needs of our students and to innovate learning opportunities in unique ways you can only find at Arizona State University.
Top School for Medical and Professional Schools
Any of our cutting-edge undergraduate degrees will prepare you for attending medical or professional school. Of all academic units, the School of Life Sciences has had more students accepted into medical school (each year since 2010) than any other school at ASU.
Incredible Research Opportunities
As a public research university ranked #1 in the nation in innovation, you will find unique research opportunities that will both enrich your college experience and prepare you for the next step in your career. Work side-by-side with faculty members who are at the top of their field.
Career Opportunities
Physicians and Surgeons — 14 percent growth in the next decade. Average yearly pay: $187,200 | Conservation Science — 7 percent growth in the next decade. Average yearly pay: $60,220 |
Epidemiology — 10 percent growth in the next decade. Average yearly pay: $65,270 | Microbiology — 7 percent growth in the next decade. Average yearly pay: $66,260 |
Environmental Science — 11 percent growth in the next decade. Average yearly pay: $66,250 | Medical Science — 13 percent growth in the next decade. Average yearly pay: $79,930 |
Post secondary Teaching — 13 percent growth in the next decade. Average yearly pay: $70,790 | Wildlife Biology — 4 percent growth in the next decade. Average yearly pay: $58,270 |
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