OpenFieldBachelor of Science in Ocean Engineering and Marine Hydrodynamics
First undergraduate ocean engineering program in the United States, training engineers in offshore structures, ocean acoustics, marine hydrodynamics, autonomous surface vehicles, and renewable ocean current energy.
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 of 3.4+ with calculus, physics, and chemistry coursework.
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL iBT 80+ or Academic IELTS 6.5+.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- SAT/ACT required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- High school transcripts and personal statement.
- Recommendation letters
- One reference letter from a high school science or mathematics educator.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- FAU Ocean Engineering Merit Grant providing up to $4,000 annually
- Application fee
- $30 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $20,186 per academic year (out-of-state)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Florida Atlantic University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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