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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Oceanography & Coastal Sciences

World-leading marine research program investigating coastal wetland loss, Mississippi River sediment diversions, hypoxic dead zones, and estuary biogeochemistry.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Undergraduate or master’s degree in marine science, biology, or geology with min. 3.2 GPA
English language proficiency: TOEFL 85+ or IELTS 6.5
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Optional
Thesis / Research statement: Research proposal focusing on coastal and marine systems
Recommendation letters: Three letters of academic recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Doctoral research fellowships with full tuition waiver, subsidized health insurance, and $28,000 annual stipend
Application fee: $50
Tuition / joining costs: $0 (Fully funded doctoral candidate)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Facts reflect official Louisiana State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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