OpenFieldPh.D. in Marine Science - Marine Science Institute
University of California, Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara, California, United States
Academic Overview & Description
Interdepartmental doctoral program exploring kelp forest ecology, biological oceanography, marine biogeochemistry, coral reef dynamics, and coastal fisheries sustainability.
Funding & Financial Support
- Funding Award
- Graduate Research & Teaching Assistantships $36,000/year plus full tuition
- Tuition Rate
- Covered by assistantship
- Application Fee
- $135
Admission & Candidate Requirements
- Academic GPA
- Bachelor's degree in marine biology, chemistry, or environmental science with GPA 3.3+; faculty mentor sponsorship
- English Language
- TOEFL 80+
- Standardized Exam
- GRE optional
- Application Materials
- Research statement and CV
- Letters of Recommendation
- Three letters of recommendation
Institutional Guidance
For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of California, Santa Barbara's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.
Verified record · Updated 2026-10-16 · Editorial standards