What will I learn?

Students pursuing a degree in marine science typically have interests in biodiversity, conservation, the environment, and/or graduate or professional programs. High school preparation should include a solid background in mathematics, introductory life sciences, and chemistry. To complete the degree, students will be required to take courses at a marine lab, providing experiential learning opportunities. Most students opt to take their courses at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, on Dauphin Island, AL, as the courses offered were developed to meet the degree requirements.

Which department am I in?

College of Arts and Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

$36,724.00 (30,98,549) per year

international student fee - $100 per semester

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Tuscaloosa Campus

Tuscaloosa,

Alabama,

35487, South, United States

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

$36,724.00 (30,98,549) per year

international student fee - $100 per semester

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Tuscaloosa Campus

Tuscaloosa,

Alabama,

35487, South, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Students graduating from US high schools must meet high school GPA, performance in core subjects, academic honours, and standardized test scores. Students graduating from Schools Outside the US: GPA will be calculated on all coursework, not just core subjects. UA considers applicants with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for admission. International applicants must submit an official qualifying English Proficiency score for one of the following: TOEFL iBT score of 79 and above; TOEFL paper-based score of 550 and above; TOEFL Essentials score of 8.5 and above; IELTS score of 6.0 or above; Pearsons Test of English score of 54 or above; Duolingo English Test score: 51 or above (test dates before July 15, 2019); 110 or above (test dates after July 15, 2019). Application Priority Deadlines: Fall Semester: January 15; Spring Semester: November 1; Summer Semester: January 15.

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