Does anyone know how I can become a paleontologist?

Question

Hello all, I am going to college and am a sophomore. The bad thing is they don't have a major in paleontology however, they do have a major in Geology. I was planning to take on paleontology in graduate school. Does that seem like it would work for you guys?

Answer 1

Very few schools (if any) have a separate degree in paleo. Most people major in geology then pursue their graduate studies with a school and adviser that researches their interests. Plus, you need the geologic background, anyhow.

My best friend from college majored in geology with me. Now she is getting her master's at Florida in vertebrate paleontology.

College is where you build the foundation. Grad school is where you build the house you want.