Complete the following admission requirement:

• Submit GRE scores.

Note: Students are admitted to the graduate program in oceanography on the basis of their ability and the capability of the program to meet their particular interests and needs. Applications are considered throughout the year but students should apply by March 1 to have the best chance for admission and financial support for the subsequent fall semester. Assistantship stipends are awarded competitively and limited fellowship support is available. Most students are supported on research projects that relate directly to their degree research.

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Minimum Requirements for Oceanography M.S.: 30 credits

Concentrations: Biological, Chemical, Fisheries, Geological, Physical

Students must earn a B- grade or better in the core courses of the degree program before being eligible to take the comprehensive exam.

Note: Oceanography majors must demonstrate field experience aboard an oceanographic vessel.

Concentrations

Biological, Chemical, Geological, Physical

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Appropriate to the area of concentration

Fisheries