Master of Science in Biological Sciences - Subarctic Ecology & Marine Systems

Academic Overview & Description

Thesis-based graduate degree investigating marine mammal physiology, subarctic boreal forest dynamics, salmon fisheries management, and subpolar climate shifts.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Graduate Teaching & Research Assistantships $22,000/year plus full tuition

Tuition Rate

Covered by assistantship

Application Fee

$75

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

Undergraduate biology or ecology GPA 3.0+; faculty advisor sponsorship required

English Language

TOEFL 80+

Standardized Exam

GRE not required

Application Materials

Research statement and curriculum vitae

Letters of Recommendation

Three academic references

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of Alaska Anchorage's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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