OpenFieldAssociate of Applied Science in Marine Science
Coastal oceanography and marine ecology program utilizing SMCC's oceanfront pier and research boats for ocean water quality sampling, lobster fishery biology, and tidal salt marsh monitoring.
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 diploma with biology and algebra
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 65+ or IELTS 5.5
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Exempt
- Thesis / Research statement
- Standard application
- Recommendation letters
- Not required
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Maine Free College Tuition eligibility and Casco Bay Oceanographic Scholarships up to $2,500
- Application fee
- $0
- Tuition / joining costs
- $3,840/year in-state, $7,680/year out-of-state
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Southern Maine Community College documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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