Bachelor of Science in Biology - Marine & Tropical Field Ecology

Academic Overview & Description

Undergraduate biology program featuring faculty-led research expeditions to coral reefs in Belize and the Florida Keys, investigating coral bleaching, mangrove ecosystem dynamics, and marine invertebrate physiology.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Hurie Academic Excellence Scholarships up to $18,000/year

Tuition Rate

$26,000/year

Application Fee

$30

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

High school GPA 2.7+ with biology and chemistry

English Language

TOEFL 71+

Standardized Exam

N/A

Application Materials

Personal statement

Letters of Recommendation

One science teacher reference

Institutional Guidance

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

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