Good grades and a degree in Math/CS/Statistics/Physics/Engineering (or Business/Finance/Economics in a top uni) = high paying job.
Life sciences pay much less unless you are ready to pursue a PhD or MD, in such case the numbers are somewhat comparable.
A person who pursued biochemistry bachelor as a terminal degree or studied English literature has all information to know the opportunity costs of their decisions.
Good grades and a degree in Math/CS/Statistics/Physics/Engineering (or Business/Finance/Economics in a top uni) = high paying job.
Life sciences pay much less unless you are ready to pursue a PhD or MD, in such case the numbers are somewhat comparable.
A person who pursued biochemistry bachelor as a terminal degree or studied English literature has all information to know the opportunity costs of their decisions.