Which careers have the most earning potential for marine biology graduates?

After graduation, marine biology graduates typically earn high salaries compared to the national average. Top earners make $84,036, while the bottom 20% make closer to $33,030. The median grad salary is $52,685.

Marine Biology graduate salaries over time

The typical early career salary for someone with a bachelor’s degree in marine biology is $24,441, and within five years of graduation, this average salary goes up to $46,406.

This chart maps the average workforce wage by years of experience:

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