Pacific Island Climate Vulnerability & Reef Restoration Fellowship

One-year undergraduate research fellowship examining sea level rise impact on low-lying atolls and experimental coral micro-fragment propagation in Laie Bay.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: 3.2/4.0 in biology, environmental science, or oceanography
English language proficiency: English fluency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Research concept proposal (800 words) and AAUS scientific diving certification interest
Recommendation letters: Two faculty recommendations

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: $5,500 research grant plus scuba gear and research boat access
Application fee: None
Tuition / joining costs: Tuition-free fellowship credit

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Brigham Young University–Hawaii (BYU–Hawaii) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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