Program Description

Florida Atlantic University has established a new degree program which leads to an MS in Marine Science and Oceanography. The primary educational objective of this program is to provide graduate students with a broad understanding of coastal, nearshore and oceanographic science, along with the research and inquiry skills necessary to independently conduct research and answer questions within their area of specialization. They will be well situated to enter the workforce ready to apply their skills to research, management and administrative questions related to coastal and oceanographic issues in higher education, government, private sector consulting positions and non-profit organizations.

This is an interdisciplinary program jointly administered by the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science and Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute.  Participating faculty have appointments at HBOI and the College of Science.  Areas of concentration include Marine Biology, Coastal and Geological Science, Conservation and Ecology, Remote Sensing and GIS, Chemistry, and Statistics and Communication.

Admission Requirements

• Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 
• GRE test score of 151 (verbal) and 148 (quantitative)

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6

Remarks:

• 15 years of Education accepted from NAAC 'A' accredited university with a First Class ranking.
• I20(Visa Letter) can be obtained only after submitting a bank statement with a balance of USD $40,664.
• Total 30 credit course(Yearly fee is given).