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What if I am second guessing my primary career choice?

Graduating with a biochemistry bahelor's
Want to go into graduate school in biotechnology

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Larry’s Answer

Rita -- you are at an early point in life to know exactly what your professional future will be. It is possible that at a later point you will change to another profession for personal or family reasons.

For now you have to pick the track that seems to make the most sense to you in light of your interests and talents. If you eventually enter that profession you may find it has dimensions you didn't realize. On the other hand, you may find it has shortcomings you didn't anticipate.

At that point you will make another career decision to stay or leave. If biotechnology makes the most sense to you now, you should pursue it. Once you have begun your studies, you will begin to understand if it is a good fit for you.
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Mrinalini’s Answer

Hi Valeria

If you're unsure, start by applying to M.S. programs. They offer flexibility and are great for career growth.

Here are some options:

M.S. in Biotechnology or Biochemical Engineering: Ideal for industry roles in biotech, pharma, or diagnostics.

M.S. or Ph.D. in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology: Perfect if you might be interested in research or pursuing a Ph.D. in the future.

Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, or Bioengineering: Best for those aiming for research, leadership in R&D, or academic positions.
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Paranjyoti’s Answer

It's perfectly okay to question your career choice, especially at this point. With a biochemistry degree and an interest in biotechnology, you already have a strong and adaptable foundation.

Focus on what excites you and matches your current strengths. Moving forward, graduate school in biotechnology will give you hands-on experience in research, labs, and industry work, which often brings more clarity.

As you gain experience, you might find new interests or realize some areas aren't for you. That's not a mistake—it's part of finding your true path.

If you decide to change direction later, your skills will still be valuable in many fields like healthcare, research, consulting, or business roles in biotech.

For now, choose a path, dive into it, and let your experiences guide your growth.
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Tyler’s Answer

You can switch careers at any age and at any time! You don't have to stay in a job just because you studied for it. Your college degree is a great asset, and your skills can be used in many different jobs. Keep going!
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Rita’s Answer

I believe life is a learning process. You never know what the correct decision is. When I was in college, I wanted to be a pediatrician. Instead, I went into family medicine. Now that I'm retired from seeing patients, I wonder if I should have picked a different specialty. That's ok. You learn from everything you do. I would speak with a counselor and more importantly, reach out to alumni who graduated from your school and majored in Biochemistry. They are a few years ahead of you and you can ask them how is graduate school. You can try to reach out to people in biotechnology and see what advice they have for you.
Thank you comment icon I appreciate this, thank you for the advice. Valeria
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