OpenFieldPhD in Oceanography & Marine Biogeochemical Cycles (College of the Environment)
Doctoral research program utilizing UW's oceanographic research vessels (R/V Thomas G. Thompson) and cabled seafloor observatories to study global ocean circulation and ocean-climate feedbacks.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Degree in Oceanography, Chemistry, Geosciences, or Marine Biology with GPA 3.5+
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 92
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated interest in marine carbon pump, ocean acidification, or climate modeling
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full research assistantship: $43,000/year living stipend + full tuition waiver + oceanographic cruise per diem
- Application fee
- $90
- Tuition / joining costs
- $0 under assistantship
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 15, 2026
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Washington documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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