OpenFieldPhD in Interdisciplinary Coastal Sciences
Innovative doctoral program based across Greenville and the Outer Banks Coastal Studies Institute, uniting coastal geomorphology, marine ecology, storm hazard modeling, and coastal resource governance.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- B.S. or M.S. in Marine Science, Geosciences, Coastal Engineering, or Biology with GPA 3.2+.
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL iBT 85 or IELTS 7.0.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE general test required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Curriculum vitae, 3-page research proposal, and master's thesis abstract.
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation from research scientists.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full graduate research assistantship: 100% tuition remission, health insurance, and $25,000 annual stipend
- Application fee
- $75 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $0 tuition for funded doctoral researchers
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official East Carolina University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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