OpenFieldBachelor of Science in Marine Biology and Coral Reef Restoration
Fieldwork-intensive program conducting scientific scuba diving, marine invertebrate physiology, oceanographic water quality analysis, and coral nursery propagation in the Florida Keys.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Secondary school GPA minimum 3.2 with solid chemistry and biology coursework
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79 for international students
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Test-optional (SAT/ACT considered if submitted)
- Thesis / Research statement
- Common App personal essay and science interest statement
- Recommendation letters
- One counselor recommendation and one academic teacher recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Merit scholarships up to $25,000/year; Florida EASE grant and institutional endowed science awards
- Application fee
- $0 application fee (Common App)
- Tuition / joining costs
- $41,900 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 1, 2027 (Regular Decision) / November 1, 2026 (Early Action)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Florida Southern College documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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