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Master of Marine Biology at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen

The Marine Biology at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is a Full Time Master program offered at the university's main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 2 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 23, 2027.

About Master of Marine Biology

Further Your Research or Career

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.

Natural Laboratory Within Reach

UNCW is an excellent setting to explore a variety of marine ecosystems. Our location is a perfect natural laboratory because of its short distance from the ocean, marsh, tidal flat and estuarine habitats.

Develop a research plan

Present and defend a research plan

Answer questions regarding your research field

Communicate your research to a broadly trained public audience

Write a research manuscript for publication in a scientific journal

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Marine Biology at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission for graduate study at the University of North Carolina Wilmington applicants must:

Regionally Accredited Bachelor's Degree: Hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in this country or its equivalent in a foreign institution (as evaluated course-by-course through a NACES approved credit evaluation service) by the first official day of classes for the term of the application.
- Seven Accrediting Bodies for Regional Institutions:
  - Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association (NH)
  - Middle States Commission on Higher Education (M)
  - New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (EH)
  - Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NW)
  - Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SC)
  - Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities (WC)
  - Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (WJ)
Student Holds (Current/Previous UNCW Students): Applicants with an application hold will not be allowed to move forward in the application process until the hold is released. Check your SeaNet Account to view your account hold(s).
Grade Point Average: Have a strong overall academic record with a B average or better in the basic courses prerequisite to the area of proposed graduate study. Provisional admission may be considered by some programs. Contact the program coordinator for additional information regarding their acceptance policy.
Level: Graduate and undergraduate programs may not be pursued simultaneously.
Online Accelerated Programs (OAP): OAP programs must be pursued independent of any other program.
Additional Requirements: Meet any additional admission requirement(s) as outlined by the graduate program.
Professional Licensure in State-Regulated Professions: State laws may require practitioners to be licensed to practice in their state. Learn more about UNCW's participation in the NC-State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Marine Biology

Our alumni work in:

Assess and advise on matters related to the management of environmental issues.

Research marine life and aquatic systems.

Teach the next generation of scientists and researchers.

Work for local, state and federal agencies conducting research and impacting policy.

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Marine Biology at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Application Fee 75

How to Apply for Master of Marine Biology at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

You will create your account after choosing a Regular Term Instruction (RTI) or Online Accelerated Program (OAP) program option on our application page.
Please create only one account. Use the same log-in anytime you start or continue an application.
Review the deadlines for your program of interest on our Key Dates page.

Master of Marine Biology at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen