OpenFieldMaster of Science in Oceanography and Marine Geochemistry
Interdisciplinary graduate training in coastal physical oceanography, marine biogeochemical cycles, blue carbon sequestration, and deep-sea benthic exploration in the Gulf of Mexico.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- B.Sc. in Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Science, Biology, or Physics
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 80
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE optional
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of research interests identifying prospective faculty research advisors
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Graduate research assistantships funded by NOAA, NSF, and the Gulf of Mexico Research Initiative
- Application fee
- $30 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $0 with graduate assistantship waiver
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Florida State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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