Undergraduate Preparation

Students interested in pursuing marine or atmospheric science at the graduate level should have a bachelor's or master's degree in one of the biological, physical or earth sciences; in some cases a degree in mathematics or engineering science is acceptable. A scholastic average of B or better in upper-division courses or prior graduate study is usually required. Regardless of scientific discipline, a student's preparation should include a minimum of mathematics through differential and integral calculus. Proficiency in computer programming and some knowledge of statistics are valuable skills as well.

Students applying to Marine Affairs and Policy for the M.A. program should possess a B.S. or B.A. in any relevant academic field. Those who apply for the M.S. program must possess a B.S. in natural and physical sciences.

In addition to good grades and appropriate coursework and credentials, enthusiasm and an intense curiosity about the natural world are among the most important personal characteristics that will help you succeed in graduate school at Rosenstiel.

The courses which should be taken if the student’s program can include them are printed in italic type.