What will I learn?

The Marine Biology program offers excellent opportunities for you to further your graduate work or career. Whether you’re interested in becoming a manager of coastal and marine resources or are already a professional biologist in need of advanced research and educational opportunities, our broad-based graduate program allows for specialization in the diverse fields of inquiry.

Which department am I in?

Center for Marine Science

Study options

Full Time (3 Semesters)

Tuition fees

$21,364.00 (18,02,565) per year

Books/Supplies - 822

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Wilmington Campus

601 S. College Road,

Wilmington,

North Carolina,

28403, South, United States

Full Time (3 Semesters)

Tuition fees

$21,364.00 (18,02,565) per year

Books/Supplies - 822

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Wilmington Campus

601 S. College Road,

Wilmington,

North Carolina,

28403, South, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

A bachelors degree in biology or a related discipline from a regionally accredited college or university in this country or its equivalent in a foreign institution based on a four-year program is required for admission, as well as an average of “B” or better in the undergraduate major. Undergraduate grades, work, research experience and recommendations are used in concert to determine acceptability.

Minimum Score Requirement – TOEFL: 79; IELTS: minimum of 6.5 for acceptance, 7.0 for TA consideration; Duolingo: minimum of 115.

Fall 2024:

Priority Consideration: February 15, 2024
Space Available Deadline: May 14, 2024

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.