Natural Science

Transfer

A Natural Science degree opens up a world (even a universe) of opportunity. From geology and biology to chemistry and physics and beyond, your degree will allow you to transfer into a four-year school and pursue the career you’ve always dreamed about—or are still searching for.

Earning Potential

Students pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree pathway in Natural Science will be prepared for careers such as:

Geoscientist: $173,091
Physicist: $118,054
Chemist: $104,744
Environmental Science Specialist: $93,570
Zoologist and Wildlife Biologist: $87,083
General Internal Medicine Physician: $201,049

Students who earn a Natural Science degree can have positions such as:

Chemical Technician $66, 644
Clinical Lab Technologist and Technician $55,104

For more salary information, check out Texas Wages.

Career Opportunities

Starting with an A.S. in Natural Science pathway, you can end up in a rewarding career in the fields of:

Medicine
Veterinary science
Energy
Forensics
Environmental science
Research and development
Space science
Meteorology
Quality control
Toxicology
Genetics
And more

Locations

Central Campus
Generation Park Campus
North Campus
South Campus
San Jac Online

Natural Science, AS

Transfer

The Associate of Science degree prepares you to transfer to a four-year college or university. Starting with a core foundation, you’ll focus specifically on one of the following areas in science: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Geology, and Physics

2 Years

If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 60 credits for this program in four terms.

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From Biology Major to Life-Changing Educator

Professors at San Jacinto College, like Dr. Tyler Olivier, are changing lives by being passionate and dedicated educators. They inspire their students to pursue their dreams and provide the support and guidance needed to achieve them.

Tyler Olivier from San Jac's Natural Science Program

Without [a former student] seeing me as a professor, he would not have pursued a degree in biology.”

Dr. Tyler Olivier

STEM department chair

Dr. Tyler Olivier majored in biology at Louisiana State University and earned his Ph.D. in environmental and evolutionary biology from the University of Louisiana Lafayette. Dr. Olivier fell in love with teaching after his first week as a teaching assistant and now supports students in higher education and service learning.

The Natural Science A.S. Degree is a 2 year program that provides students with a broad foundation in the sciences. Explore each of our specialties — and see what might suit you.