- The emphasis is on basic principles that help us to understand the processes that shape life in marine environments.
- The marine biology major is a demanding program that offers a B.S. degree and requires several more courses than the general biology B.A. major. Students with bachelor’s degrees in marine biology find employment opportunities in a variety of fields.
- In conjunction with a teaching credential or graduate degree in teaching, students often use their marine biology background to teach science at the K–12 level.
University Of California - [UCSC], California, Santa Cruz - Courses & Fees
Santa Cruz, California
University Public CollegeBachelor of Science [B.S] (Marine Biology)
4 years
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
#Ranked 76 out of 500 by ARWU Global Ranking 2022
$51,201/Yr
$51,201 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
| Application Deadline For Fall 2024 Intake | Oct 1, 2023 | Nov 30, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $45666 | $45666 | $45666 | $45666 |
| Health Insurance | $1509 | $1509 | $1509 | $1509 |
| Books and supply | $1203 | $1203 | $1203 | $1203 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $2823 | $2823 | $2823 | $2823 |
| Total Fees | $51201 | $51201 | $51201 | $51201 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must have passed 12th grade from a recognised institution with 60%
- High school students who intend to major in marine biology should take high school courses in biology, chemistry, advanced mathematics (precalculus and/or calculus), and physics.
Indian Students Eligibility:
- Applicants must have passed 12th grade from a recognised institution with 60%
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program
Scores Required
Career and Placement after Course
- Graduate and professional programs
- Positions in industry, government, or NGO’s
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| The Kay-Grant Group Scholarship | $1000 | Yes | N/A |
| Next Genius Scholarship | Variable | Yes | Oct 1, 2023 |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | $1000 | Yes | N/A |
| Claes Isacson Scholarship | $20000 | Yes | N/A |
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