Career Prospects

Are you curious about what you can do with a science degree? At Marshall University’s College of Science, our programs prepare students for exciting careers in medicine, technology, research, the environment, and more. Whether you’re interested in solving real-world problems or exploring how the world works, there’s a path here for you. Click on a degree program below to explore the many possible career outcomes—and see how studying science at Marshall can help you turn your interests into a future.

Biological Sciences
Biological Sciences
Studying life, from cells to ecosystems
Chemistry
Chemistry
Exploring matter and chemical reactions
Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice
Understanding crime, law, and justice
Cyber Forensics & Security
Cyber Forensics & Security
Protecting data and solving cyber crimes
Environmental Science
Environmental Science
Solving problems that impact our planet
Forensic Chemistry
Forensic Chemistry
Solving crimes through chemical evidence
Geology
Geology
Studying Earth’s structure and history
Mathematics
Mathematics
Solving problems with logic and numbers
Natural Resources & Recreation Management
Natural Resources & Recreation Management
Protecting nature, managing outdoor spaces
Physics
Physics
Exploring the laws of the universe
Statistics
Statistics
Making sense of data and trends
COS Advisors
College of Science Student Services academic advisors
Helping students explore their options

Career Resources

Now that you’ve explored some of the possible career outcomes for our degree programs, you might be wondering how to take the next steps. Whether you’re just getting started or already have a direction in mind, there are helpful resources both on campus and online. From personalized support at Marshall’s Office of Career Education to online tools like 80,000 Hours, you’ll find guidance to help you build experience, make informed choices, and shape a career that fits your goals—and makes a difference in the world.

Office of Career Education
Office of Career Education
The Office of Career Education at Marshall University helps students combine their passion, strengths, and skills into a career that will bring both success and satisfaction. Services provided by Career Education are available to all students and alumni and are always free.
80,000 Hours
80,000 Hours
You will have about 80,000 working hours in your career: 40 years x 50 weeks x 40 hours. If you want to have a positive impact with your life, your choice of career is probably your best opportunity to do that. 80,000 Hours provides research and support to help talented people move into careers that tackle the world’s most pressing problems.