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Thousands of students get their start at Mt. SAC every year. Take the path to your future career one step further by enrolling in our program. Apply NowNatural Sciences Division
An emphasis in Natural Sciences provides the student with an understanding of living and non-living systems and promotes an appreciation of the methodologies and tools of science. Students may select courses that focus on a specific major and then select complementary courses to strengthen their selected focus or they may select courses that strengthen and broaden their overall understanding of the Natural Sciences.
This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:
Required Courses
AA-T/AS-T degrees are designed to facilitate transfer to four-year institutions. Mt. San Antonio College ranks in the Top 10 in transferring students to UC, CSU, and private universities. Please visit Counseling Services for information on how to transfer, workshops, activities, events, and advising.
- Animal Scientists
Animal Scientists
SOC Career Code: 19-1011.00Conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals.
Typical Hourly Salary$51.95The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$56,692.21Annual Job Openings66Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Food Scientists and Technologists
Food Scientists and Technologists
SOC Career Code: 19-1012.00Use chemistry, microbiology, engineering, and other sciences to study the principles underlying the processing and deterioration of foods; analyze food content to determine levels of vitamins, fat, sugar, and protein; discover new food sources; research ways to make processed foods safe, palatable, and healthful; and apply food science knowledge to determine best ways to process, package, preserve, store, and distribute food.
Typical Hourly Salary$58.79The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$71,905.49Annual Job Openings240Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Soil and Plant Scientists
Soil and Plant Scientists
SOC Career Code: 19-1013.00Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop productivity.
Typical Hourly Salary$63.94The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$70,607.02Annual Job Openings339Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Biochemists and Biophysicists
Biochemists and Biophysicists
SOC Career Code: 19-1021.00Study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.
Typical Hourly Salary$82.52The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$95,390.38Annual Job Openings613Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Microbiologists
Microbiologists
SOC Career Code: 19-1022.00Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms.
Typical Hourly Salary$70.84The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$111,028.75Annual Job Openings354Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
SOC Career Code: 19-1023.00Study the origins, behavior, diseases, genetics, and life processes of animals and wildlife. May specialize in wildlife research and management. May collect and analyze biological data to determine the environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water habitats.
Typical Hourly Salary$55.73The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$71,461.47Annual Job Openings225Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Foresters
Foresters
SOC Career Code: 19-1032.00Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type, amount, and location of standing timber, appraise the timber's worth, negotiate the purchase, and draw up contracts for procurement. May determine how to conserve wildlife habitats, creek beds, water quality, and soil stability, and how best to comply with environmental regulations. May devise plans for planting and growing new trees, monitor trees for healthy growth, and determine optimal harvesting schedules.
Typical Hourly Salary$58.48The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$74,682.85Annual Job Openings106Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Epidemiologists
Epidemiologists
SOC Career Code: 19-1041.00Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, or health outcomes. May develop the means for prevention and control.
Typical Hourly Salary$61.48The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$92,351.64Annual Job Openings80Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Medical Scientists
Medical Scientists
SOC Career Code: 19-1042.00Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities. Includes physicians, dentists, public health specialists, pharmacologists, and medical pathologists who primarily conduct research.
Typical Hourly Salary$75.34The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$108,379.17Annual Job Openings2,377Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Astronomers
Astronomers
SOC Career Code: 19-2011.00Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.
Typical Hourly Salary$113.94The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$161,844.80Annual Job Openings38Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Physicists
Physicists
SOC Career Code: 19-2012.00Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.
Typical Hourly Salary$91.18The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$111,820.79Annual Job Openings193Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Atmospheric and Space Scientists
Atmospheric and Space Scientists
SOC Career Code: 19-2021.00Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology.
Typical Hourly Salary$86.89The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$123,656.00Annual Job Openings132Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Chemists
Chemists
SOC Career Code: 19-2031.00Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.
Typical Hourly Salary$64.33The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$79,207.37Annual Job Openings1,006Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Materials Scientists
Materials Scientists
SOC Career Code: 19-2032.00Research and study the structures and chemical properties of various natural and synthetic or composite materials, including metals, alloys, rubber, ceramics, semiconductors, polymers, and glass. Determine ways to strengthen or combine materials or develop new materials with new or specific properties for use in a variety of products and applications. Includes glass scientists, ceramic scientists, metallurgical scientists, and polymer scientists.
Typical Hourly Salary$75.01The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$111,300.80Annual Job Openings70Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Environmental Scientists and Specialists
Environmental Scientists and Specialists
SOC Career Code: 19-2041.00Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.
Typical Hourly Salary$69.22The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$87,555.30Annual Job Openings1,670Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Geoscientists
Geoscientists
SOC Career Code: 19-2042.00Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the Earth. May use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the Earth's internal composition, atmospheres, oceans, and its magnetic, electrical, and gravitational forces. Includes mineralogists, crystallographers, paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists.
Typical Hourly Salary$76.90The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$93,789.01Annual Job Openings563Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Hydrologists
Hydrologists
SOC Career Code: 19-2043.00Research the distribution, circulation, and physical properties of underground and surface waters; and study the form and intensity of precipitation, its rate of infiltration into the soil, movement through the earth, and its return to the ocean and atmosphere.
Typical Hourly Salary$75.01The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$95,315.12Annual Job Openings118Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Chiropractors
Chiropractors
SOC Career Code: 29-1011.00Assess, treat, and care for patients by manipulation of spine and musculoskeletal system. May provide spinal adjustment or address sacral or pelvic misalignment.
Typical Hourly Salary$74.45The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$58,859.87Annual Job Openings206Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Dentists
Dentists
SOC Career Code: 29-1021.00Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.
Typical Hourly Salary$138.67The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$143,505.75Annual Job Openings735Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
SOC Career Code: 29-1022.00Perform surgery and related procedures on the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial regions to treat diseases, injuries, or defects. May diagnose problems of the oral and maxillofacial regions. May perform surgery to improve function or appearance.
Typical Hourly Salary$192.77The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$218,330.51Annual Job Openings33Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Prosthodontists
Prosthodontists
SOC Career Code: 29-1024.00Construct oral prostheses to replace missing teeth and other oral structures to correct natural and acquired deformation of mouth and jaws, to restore and maintain oral function, such as chewing and speaking, and to improve appearance.
Typical Hourly Salary$182.43The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$194,503.75Annual Job Openings2Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Dietitians and Nutritionists
Dietitians and Nutritionists
SOC Career Code: 29-1031.00Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research.
Typical Hourly Salary$54.36The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$76,727.52Annual Job Openings656Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Optometrists
Optometrists
SOC Career Code: 29-1041.00Diagnose, manage, and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system. Examine eyes and visual system, diagnose problems or impairments, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide treatment. May prescribe therapeutic drugs to treat specific eye conditions.
Typical Hourly Salary$104.28The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$119,261.81Annual Job Openings230Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Pharmacists
Pharmacists
SOC Career Code: 29-1051.00Dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and provide information to patients about medications and their use. May advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications.
Typical Hourly Salary$92.62The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$147,513.56Annual Job Openings1,505Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Anesthesiologists
Anesthesiologists
SOC Career Code: 29-1061.00Physicians who administer anesthetics prior to, during, or after surgery or other medical procedures.
Typical Hourly Salary$332.57The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$374,361.13Annual Job Openings135Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Family and General Practitioners
Family and General Practitioners
SOC Career Code: 29-1062.00Physicians who diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries that commonly occur in the general population. May refer patients to specialists when needed for further diagnosis or treatment.
Typical Hourly Salary$167.03The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$201,857.70Annual Job Openings419Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Internists
Internists
SOC Career Code: 29-1063.00Physicians who diagnose and provide non-surgical treatment of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems. Provide care mainly for adults who have a wide range of problems associated with the internal organs.
Typical Hourly Salary$170.53The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$198,526.41Annual Job Openings119Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Obstetricians and Gynecologists
SOC Career Code: 29-1064.00Physicians who provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth and those who diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general medical care to women.
Typical Hourly Salary$193.52The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$233,925.76Annual Job Openings55Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Pediatricians
Pediatricians
SOC Career Code: 29-1065.00Physicians who diagnose, treat, and help prevent children's diseases and injuries.
Typical Hourly Salary$160.45The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$189,721.00Annual Job Openings106Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Psychiatrists
Psychiatrists
SOC Career Code: 29-1066.00Physicians who diagnose, treat, and help prevent disorders of the mind.
Typical Hourly Salary$188.68The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$245,584.70Annual Job Openings155Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Surgeons
Surgeons
SOC Career Code: 29-1067.00Physicians who treat diseases, injuries, and deformities by invasive, minimally-invasive, or non-invasive surgical methods, such as using instruments, appliances, or by manual manipulation.
Typical Hourly Salary$198.22The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$225,385.98Annual Job Openings128Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Dermatologists
Dermatologists
SOC Career Code: 29-1069.02Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases or other conditions of the skin.
Typical Hourly Salary$170.92The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$232,867.17Annual Job Openings1,262Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Neurologists
Neurologists
SOC Career Code: 29-1069.04Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and disorders of the nervous system.
Typical Hourly Salary$170.92The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$232,867.17Annual Job Openings1,262Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Ophthalmologists
Ophthalmologists
SOC Career Code: 29-1069.06Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries of the eyes and related structures.
Typical Hourly Salary$170.92The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$232,867.17Annual Job Openings1,262Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Pathologists
Pathologists
SOC Career Code: 29-1069.07Diagnose presence and stage of diseases using laboratory techniques and patient specimens. Study the nature, cause, and development of diseases. May perform autopsies.
Typical Hourly Salary$170.92The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$232,867.17Annual Job Openings1,262Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Radiologists
Radiologists
SOC Career Code: 29-1069.10Examine and diagnose disorders and diseases using x-rays and radioactive materials. May treat patients.
Typical Hourly Salary$170.92The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$232,867.17Annual Job Openings1,262Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Physician Assistants
Physician Assistants
SOC Career Code: 29-1071.00Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.
Typical Hourly Salary$87.92The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$124,728.57Annual Job Openings913Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Podiatrists
Podiatrists
SOC Career Code: 29-1081.00Diagnose and treat diseases and deformities of the human foot.
Typical Hourly Salary$124.32The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$101,038.31Annual Job Openings91Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics
SOC Career Code: 29-2041.00Assess injuries, administer emergency medical care, and extricate trapped individuals. Transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities.
Typical Hourly Salary$34.36The figure above is based off a percentile of 90 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$36,961.60Annual Job Openings1,830Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages
- Animal Scientists
Certificate & Degree Details
Select a certificate below to expand details- Natural Sciences Emphasis, AA Liberal Arts and Sciences
Natural Sciences Division
An emphasis in Natural Sciences provides the student with an understanding of living and non-living systems and promotes an appreciation of the methodologies and tools of science. Students may select courses that focus on a specific major and then select complementary courses to strengthen their selected focus or they may select courses that strengthen and broaden their overall understanding of the Natural Sciences.This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:
Required Courses
Course List Course Prefix Course Name Units Choose a minimum of 18 units from the following with at least one GE lab from each group: 18 Group 1A: Physical Science Lecture Courses (May take one or more courses from Group 1A) ASTR 5Introduction to Astronomy or ASTR 5HIntroduction to Astronomy - Honors ASTR 7Geology of the Solar System ASTR 8Introduction to Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe ASTR 11Introduction to Astrophysics CHEM 9Chemistry of Everyday Life GEOG 1Physical Geography or GEOG 1HPhysical Geography - Honors GEOL 7Geology of California GEOL 8Earth Science or GEOL 8HEarth Science - Honors GEOL 9Environmental Geology GEOL 10Natural Disasters GEOL 30Global Climate Change METO 3Weather and the Atmospheric Environment OCEA 10Introduction to Oceanography or OCEA 10HIntroduction to Oceanography - Honors Group 1B: Physical Science Lab Courses (Must take at least one course from either Group 1B or 1C) ASTR 5LAstronomical Observing Laboratory GEOG 1LPhysical Geography Laboratory or GEOG 1LHPhysical Geography Laboratory - Honors GEOL 8LEarth Science Laboratory GEOL 9LEnvironmental Geology Laboratory METO 3LWeather and Atmospheric Environment Laboratory OCEA 10LIntroduction to Oceanography Laboratory Group 1C: Physical Science Lecture-Lab Courses (Must take at least one course from either Group 1B or 1C) CHEM 10Chemistry for Allied Health Majors CHEM 20Introductory Organic and Biochemistry CHEM 40Introduction to General Chemistry CHEM 50General Chemistry I or CHEM 50HGeneral Chemistry I - Honors CHEM 51General Chemistry II or CHEM 51HGeneral Chemistry II - Honors CHEM 80Organic Chemistry I CHEM 81Organic Chemistry II GEOL 1Physical Geology GEOL 24Geologic Field Studies: Central California or GEOL 25Geologic Field Studies: Southern California GEOL 29Special Topics in Field Geology PHSC 3Energy Science PHSC 9Physical Science PHYS 1Physics PHYS 2AGGeneral Physics PHYS 2BGGeneral Physics PHYS 4AEngineering Physics PHYS 4BEngineering Physics PHYS 4CEngineering Physics Group 2A: Life Sciences Lecture Courses (May take one or more courses from Group 2A) ANTH 1Biological Anthropology or ANTH 1HBiological Anthropology - Honors BIOL 6Humans and the Environment BIOL 17Neurobiology and Behavior BIOL 20Marine Biology BIOL 25Conservation Biology BIOL 34Fundamentals of Genetics MICR 26Introduction to Immunology Group 2B: Life Science Lab Courses (Must take at least one course from either Group 2B or 2C) Choose at least one from the following: ANTH 1LBiological Anthropology Laboratory BIOL 6LHumans and the Environment Laboratory BIOL 21Marine Biology Laboratory BIOL 34LFundamentals of Genetics Laboratory Group 2C: Life Science Lecture-Lab Courses (Must take at least one course from either Group 2B or 2C) BIOL 1General Biology BIOL 2Plant and Animal Biology BIOL 3Ecology and Field Biology BIOL 4Biology for Majors or BIOL 4HBiology for Majors - Honors BIOL 8Cell and Molecular Biology BTNY 3Plant Structures, Functions, and Diversity MICR 1Principles of Microbiology or MICR 22Microbiology Total Units 18