OpenFieldBachelor of Science in Marine Biology (Wroxton and Caribbean Field Studies)
Field-based undergraduate degree in coral reef ecology, oceanography, marine mammalogy, and invertebrate zoology with experiential coursework at marine laboratories in the Caribbean.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- High school GPA 3.0+ with biology and chemistry credits.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 79.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- High school transcripts and personal statement.
- Recommendation letters
- Two teacher recommendations.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Undergraduate research grants supporting field expeditions to the Bahamas and Bermuda
- Application fee
- $50 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $42,500 per year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Fairleigh Dickinson University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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