Graduate Program Admissions
Marine Biology & Oceanography
Admission to graduate study toward a graduate degree in marine biology or oceanography will conform to the basic requirements as prescribed in the General catalog of the University of Alaska, Fairbanks. An applicant must have at least a 3.0 (out of 4.0) grade point average for work done toward the baccalaureate degree, and must have scored at the 55 percentile in at least two of the three areas (verbal, quantitative, analytical) of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), unless other qualifications, such as extensive research experience, justify an exception.
To be accepted into a graduate degree program, applicants must be assigned to an eligible faculty member of the school who is willing to serve as a major advisor. Although not required, it is strongly recommended that funding be available to support the student.
Graduate Application for Admission
A $50 non-refundable application fee must accompany your application. The fee should be paid by check or money order in U.S. funds. Please do not send cash.
Transcripts
If you've attended other colleges and/or universities, you must request official transcripts from each college or university you attended. The transcripts should be sent to the Office of Admissions by the schools. Transcripts will not be accepted if you submit them.
Resume/vitae
Include work and research experience, published articles, patents held, honors received, membership in professional and civic organizations and foreign travel.
Personal statement
The application must be accompanied by a personal statement concerning educational and career goals and explanation of any special circumstances regarding the application.
Letters of Reference
Three letters of reference should be submitted by professionals familiar with the academic qualification of the applicant. Letters from supervisors of research or teaching work experience can be substituted, but please choose references who can address your potential as a graduate student or researcher.