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1. Career * I have decided to become a marine biologist after leaving from Magruder High School and graduating from college. A marine biologist studies the marine ecosystem and aquatic life. A marine biologist helps understand the balance between humanity and the oceans. Marine biologists also frequently explore the deep depths of the oceans and waterways we live in, discovering new plant and aquatic species. * The prospects of getting a job as a marine biologist are very competitive unless a very specific field is chosen. In the general field of marine biology the job growth has shown little growth or has completely stagnated while in the specialized course of fishery science the job creation has sky rocketed as we deplete our oceans of fish. * Marine biologists must have a 4 year degree in biology from an accredited university. Marine biologists will usually have degrees from several different backgrounds but all pertain or are related to the study of life and animals. It is very regular for a marine biologist to continue on in their education and obtain a master’s degree in a study relating to or pertaining to the study of life or animals. * Since marine biology is usually focused more on coastal areas of the world, the average pay is hard to determine for a marine biologist. A marine biologist straight out of college has been recorded of having an average starting pay of anywhere from 40000-45000 USD per year. While a marine biologist who has been in the field for over a decade can make in excess of 120000 USD. In the state of Maryland marine biologists are paid about 30000 USD per year starting and can exceed 75000 USD per year. 2. College/ Other Training * I have decided to go to Montgomery College for the first 2 years and then transfer to the University of Florida, Miami for the final two years. * I will get a degree in Biology which will take me 4 years. I will then pursue a masters in either Oceanography or Fishery Sciences