Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology - Downeast Institute Aquaculture Practicum

Academic Overview & Description

Hands-on undergraduate marine program featuring field research at the Downeast Institute, examining soft-shell clam ocean acidification, lobster larval ecology, and intertidal algal dynamics.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Downeast Marine Merit Scholarships up to $6,000/year

Tuition Rate

$8,500/year (resident) / $15,800/year (non-resident)

Application Fee

$40

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

High school GPA 2.75+; preparatory biology and chemistry

English Language

TOEFL 79+ or IELTS 6.5+

Standardized Exam

Not required

Application Materials

Marine biology interest statement

Letters of Recommendation

One counselor recommendation

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of Maine at Machias's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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