The most comprehensive program for exploring, identifying, and navigating your science career - combining exceptional online course content, community support, and direct access to industry experts.

Success in Science Academy

Success in Science Academy (SSA) caters to those considering, pursuing, or immersed in science or medicine, such as:

  • Students (those in high school, college, grad school, or professional school)

  • Emerging professionals (individuals with less than 6 years in the workforce, career changers, or those currently unemployed)

  • Established professionals (professionals with more than 6 years in the workforce or currently between jobs or re-entering workforce)

We support your career journey from now until retirement!

SSA is ideal for those asking questions like:

  • What can I do with my major?

  • How can I stand out on the job market?

  • How can I negotiate a higher salary?

We have answers!

SSA is for those who believe:

  • A job should pay the bills, but also fulfill your soul.

  • You can make a difference in the world without compromising your personal life.

  • There is joy to be found in the journey, not just the destination.

We already have a lot in common!

Who is this program for?

Note: Our program is tailored to the US educational system and job market, and its relevance may vary in other regions.

What you’ll walk away with

  • A tailored list of career options: There are hundreds, if not thousands, of STEM career options. We help you identify the options that align with your values, interests, skills, and life goals - reducing overwhelm and amplifying your excitement about your career future!

  • A personalized career roadmap: There’s rarely one right way to get to your career destination, but we help you develop a clear and actionable career roadmap based on evidence, industry-specific expertise, and most importantly YOU and your unique needs.

  • A network of STEM professionals: The majority of jobs are not published, but are found through networking, so you’ve just significantly improved your odds of landing your next job by engaging with a community of like-minded professionals in your field.

  • And more… Our flexible curriculum allows you to customize your learning experience and explore topics relevant to you at the appropriate time in your career journey.

How does the program work?

Embark on a fully customizable learning journey tailored to your preferences and career goals.

The Academy features four key components:

  1. Courses: Design your own curriculum by selecting from our menu of self-directed online courses to tailor your learning to fit your career needs.

  2. Community: Connect, collaborate, and network with peers and professionals who share your passion for science and can help you stay accountable to your goals.

  3. Coaching: Engage in live office hours with your instructor to get your questions answered and receive more personalized guidance.

  4. YOU: You are the heart of the Academy and your active participation brings all the pieces together in a meaningful and transformative way.

It’s kind of like being part of a college campus and designing your own major, but unlike college, you’ll enjoy lifetime access to your courses (including any future updates), with the flexibility to add new courses and features to your program whenever you desire. And instead of earning grades, your completion of courses and engagement in the community earns you free coaching credits - that’s bonus time with your instructor! And of course the relationships you build within the community will last a lifetime.

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And there’s just one prerequisite - our foundational course, the cornerstone for all your career decisions…

This comprehensive 6-module course helps you build a unique professional brand in the STEM field. By the end of this course, you will have a clear, confident, and compelling brand, grounded in your core values, genuine interests, distinct skills, and life goals.

  • Module 1: Elements of Your Professional Brand

  • Module 2: Discover Your Core Values

  • Module 3: Identify Your Genuine Interests

  • Module 4: Highlight Your Distinct Skills

  • Module 5: Define Your Life Goals

  • Module 6: Put Your Professional Brand Into Action

Expect to walk away with an array of tangible outcomes including:

  • Your own core value statements essential for decision making, to populate the summary section of your resume, to prepare questions for your next interview, and to incorporate in the About section of your LinkedIn profile. 

  • A detailed breakdown of your ideal, perfectly aligned job description to help you filter job ads more efficiently and maybe even launch your own career venture!

  • A master list of all your technical skills, plus resume bullets that present compelling evidence of your soft skills. 

  • An evaluation tool customized to your ideal life, so that you can check and maintain a healthy work-life balance throughout your career.

This course is offered in two formats: self-paced or cohort (i.e. group), so you can either get started today solo OR reserve your seat in the next cohort and work through the modules week by week and meet as a group with your coach at the end of the week for a group coaching session to dive deeper and get feedback.

🌱 Career Foundations 🌱

Our next Career Foundations cohort starts on September 28th, 2025

We’d love to have you join us!

Secure your place in the upcoming cohort by clicking “Reserve My Spot!” below.

Valued at $3,420

Regular Price: $880
🌅 Early Bird Special (thru August 31st, 2025): $660 🌅

Next Course Dates: September 28 - November 15, 2025

*****Includes 6 group coaching sessions!******

(The day and time for these sessions is determined during the orientation event on Sunday, September 28 at 4 PM ET, based on participant availability.)

CURRENTLY ENROLLING
2025 FALL COHORT!

Can’t make the upcoming cohort dates or want to dive in now?

Enroll anytime with our self-paced option by clicking on “Start Today!”

Price: $330

*To put this in perspective, the average cost of one 3-credit university course is $1,200. You might forget the concepts you memorized in your university classes, but this course will transform your career for the long-haul.

Don't let finances stop you from reaching your goals!

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Meet your instructor

  • Founder

    Cassie is a former biology professor turned career coach. For over a decade, Cassie has supported students and professionals, helping them secure career opportunities in science and medicine. Cassie uses innovative evidence-based teaching approaches and has equipped fellow conservation biologists with research discoveries instrumental in saving the world’s endangered species.

    Today, she helps clients explore and secure career opportunities in science and medicine through her company Success in Science Career Coaching - that’s 80+ private coaching clients, 400+ workshop participants, and 7+ organizations and counting!

    She currently lives in rural Michigan with her husband, two young boys, two dogs (one of which she’s trained to help her track turtles for her research), and one cat. She can often be found fishing, playing volleyball, or horseback riding.

Here’s what our clients have to say about Cassie

  • “She is extremely knowledgeable and innovative about her work and genuinely cares about her clients success”

    Elizabeth (Pre-Med Undergraduate Student)

  • "I feel especially lucky that she's built a community I can be part of even after completing my program."

    Matthew (Biology Graduate Student)

  • “I went into the program with so much stress and uncertainty, and not even sure what I wanted out of my career anymore. By the time I was done I had not only found and accepted my dream job, I also felt confident about how to make it align with my personal values.”

    Lydia (Professor)

  • “Her program is extremely organized and her exercises are so incredibly insightful and really helped me build professional skills that I will need in a future career.”

    Annie (Healthcare Professional)

A message from Cassie

“I was a nobody from upstate New York, part of a graduating class of a whopping 67 people. But I had a big dream – to become a college biology professor.Yet, I hit a roadblock when a well-meaning, non-STEM career counselor suggested I take out another loan for grad school. With the weight of undergrad debt on my shoulders, it felt impossible. 

Sadly, my story isn't uncommon. In fact, fewer than a third of STEM graduates pursue their STEM dreams further.

But here's the silver lining: many science grad programs actually offer stipends and full tuition waivers! Luckily, I discovered this truth in time to meet the admissions deadline and fulfill my dream of becoming a biology professor.

Now, Success in Science Academy is on a mission to debunk these myths and save aspiring STEM professionals like YOU (and younger me!) from giving up on your dreams due to misinformation.

If you choose to invest in YOURSELF and take full advantage of what Success in Science Academy offers, it is my personal guarantee that you will experience greater clarity and confidence in your career than you ever thought possible.

I can’t wait to meet you and partner with you on this incredible journey!”  

-Dr. Cassie M. Briggs

This is YOUR opportunity to make a strategic move towards a career in science or medicine.

  • STEM fields are poised for significant growth, with an anticipated 8.8% increase in occupations by 2028, compared to just 5% for non-STEM fields (BLS 2022).

  • On average, STEM professionals earn $40,000 more annually than those in non-STEM roles (NSF 2020).

  • Recent data shows a positive trend in the representation of women and underrepresented minorities in STEM fields, indicating increasing opportunities for diversity and inclusion (NSF 2021).

NOW is the time to catalyze (can’t believe it's taken me this long to use a science pun!) a transformative shift in your career trajectory!

The world is ready to embrace your unique blend of expertise, skills, and background.

You may not feel like a scientist yet, but SSA is here to replace self-doubt with confidence and bring clarity to your career aspirations.

🤔 No more second-guessing.

⏳ No more procrastination.

🗺️ No more navigating your career journey alone.

You have the power to shape your desired future while contributing to the advancement and diversification of the fields of science and medicine.

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Let’s Connect

  • Dr. Cassie M. Briggs

    Connect with your instructor on LinkedIn to learn more about her credentials and career journey in STEM.

  • Success in Science Career Coaching

    Visit our website to learn more about our other services, including private coaching, guest speaking, and curriculum consulting.

  • Diverse Routes Podcast

    Tune in to our podcast, where we interview emerging and established professionals in science and medicine about their career journeys.

  • Instagram @sciencecareercoach

    Keep up with the latest trends in science and medicine, and get tips on how to succeed in a STEM on our Instagram page.

Disclaimer

While we strive for accuracy in our program descriptions, job acquisition and career fulfillment are not guaranteed. Numerous external factors can influence your success. Highlighted success stories represent exceptional outcomes and do not guarantee similar results. Our content is provided without express or implied warranties. By using our site, you acknowledge that we are not liable for decisions made based on our information or for purchasing our products or services.

Clients in testimonials section are referring to the instructor’s private coaching programs.