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@finnedrhino • 2 months ago • School List Suggestions
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I’m interested in pursuing marine biology but haven’t decided on a specific area yet. Could you suggest some potential career paths in this field? As a sophomore, I have time to explore different options. Are there any beneficial marine biology programs in the Bay Area or online? Which colleges are well-regarded for this major? Any suggestions for personal projects I could do?

I have a decent unweighted GPA of 3.9 and am taking several science courses. This year, I’m enrolled in Biotechnology 1-2 and will take Biotechnology 3-4 and Chemistry for Biotechnology next year. In my senior year, I’ll be taking Bio Manufacturing and either AP Biology or AP Environmental Science, though I haven’t decided yet. Additionally, I’m taking community college courses this summer, including General Physics 2 and Survey of Oceanography, and plan on taking more next year. I’m also retaking the SAT, aiming for a score around 1550.

I am also interested in biomedical engineering but I still like marine biology more lol.

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@Chill_Noodle • 2 months ago

With a 3.9 GPA and a strong background in biotechnology, you’re in a great position to bridge the gap between lab science and marine biology through paths like marine genomics or bio-inspired engineering. Since you’re already taking Biotechnology and community college courses like Oceanography and Physics, you should consider applying to top-tier research schools like UC San Diego (Scripps), UC Santa Cruz, or Stanford. To build your portfolio in the Bay Area, look into the California Academy of Sciences’ internship programs or start a personal project, such as testing seaweed-based bioplastics or building an aquaponics system to monitor water chemistry. Choosing AP Biology for your senior year would likely provide the best foundation for both marine science and your secondary interest in biomedical engineering, especially as you aim for a 1550 SAT to round out your applications.

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