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Master of Science in Biology - Coastal and Marine Ecology & Shark Biology

University of North Florida · Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Target Discipline: biologyApplication Deadline: February 1, 2027Official admissions notice ↗

Academic Overview & Description

Nationally celebrated marine biology program utilizing the Atlantic coastline, St. Johns River estuary, and research vessels to study elasmobranch shark physiology, marine mammal strandings, and oyster reef restoration.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award: Coastal Flagship Graduate Assistantships $16,000/year plus full tuition waiver
Tuition Rate: Covered by assistantship
Application Fee: $30

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA: BS in biology, marine science, or related discipline with GPA 3.0+
English Language: TOEFL 79+ or IELTS 6.5+
Standardized Exam: GRE optional
Application Materials: Statement of research interests aligned with biology faculty
Letters of Recommendation: Three letters of recommendation

Institutional Guidance

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

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