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#1

#1 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Eckerd College
Saint Petersburg, FL

Annually, Eckerd College grants about 80 degrees to students studying Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Environmental Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Animal Behavior and Ethology....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

80

SAT Score

1,170–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$40,122

Median Starting Salary

$55,571

#2

#2 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC

Annually, Coastal Carolina University grants about 187 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

117

SAT Score

1,050–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$14,453

Median Starting Salary

$53,413

#3

#3 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI

Every year, Roger Williams University awards around 88 degrees to those majoring in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

41

SAT Score

1,140–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$37,936

Median Starting Salary

$61,339

#4

#4 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC

At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

86

SAT Score

1,200–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$18,606

Median Starting Salary

$51,010

#5

#5 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of New England
Biddeford, ME

At the University of New England, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biomedical Sciences, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

35

SAT Score

1,050–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$38,675

Median Starting Salary

$57,658

#6

#6 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Texas A&M University-College Station
College Station, TX

At Texas A&M University-College Station, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Biomedical Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

108

SAT Score

1,160–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$21,610

Median Starting Salary

$50,041

#7

#7 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of California-San Diego
La Jolla, CA

At the University of California-San Diego, the most popular majors students study are Cognitive Science, Computer Science, and Anatomy. In fact, the University of California-San Diego grants 717 degrees annually to graduating Cognitive Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

25%

Annual Degrees Awarded

85

SAT Score

1,290–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$13,293

Median Starting Salary

$45,490

#8

#8 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL

At the University of Miami, the most popular majors students pursue are Finance, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Miami grants 232 degrees every year to graduating Finance, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

19%

Annual Degrees Awarded

42

SAT Score

1,350–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$41,028

Median Starting Salary

$48,916

#9

#9 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Florida Southern College
Lakeland, FL

At Florida Southern College, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

59%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

1,190–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$30,462

Median Starting Salary

$53,327

#10

#10 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of South Carolina-Columbia
Columbia, SC

Every year, the University of South Carolina-Columbia grants around 439 degrees to students studying Finance, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Public Health, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Experimental Psychology....view more

Acceptance Rate

62%

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

1,210–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$26,068

Median Starting Salary

$53,280

#11

#11 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of California-Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA

At the University of California-Santa Cruz, the most popular majors students pursue are Computer Science, Psychology, General, and Business/Managerial Economics. In fact, the University of California-Santa Cruz awards 598 degrees annually to Computer Science majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

66

SAT Score

1,180–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$16,526

Median Starting Salary

$47,691

#12

#12 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY

At Stony Brook University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

49%

Annual Degrees Awarded

44

SAT Score

1,320–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$18,601

Median Starting Salary

$46,487

#13

#13 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Hawaii at Hilo
Hilo, HI

Annually, the University of Hawaii at Hilo grants around 89 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Pharmacy, Psychology, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

870–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$12,936

Median Starting Salary

$49,204

#14

#14 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Seattle, WA

Annually, the University of Washington-Seattle Campus grants around 481 degrees to those studying Computer Science, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, and Biochemistry....view more

Acceptance Rate

43%

Annual Degrees Awarded

47

SAT Score

1,230–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$11,023

Median Starting Salary

$46,431

#15

#15 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

The University of Tampa
Tampa, FL

Each year, The University of Tampa grants around 143 degrees to students majoring in Finance, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Criminology....view more

Acceptance Rate

41%

Annual Degrees Awarded

43

SAT Score

1,100–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$35,975

Median Starting Salary

$54,830

#16

#16 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Stockton University
Galloway, NJ

Each year, Stockton University awards about 384 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, General, and Criminology....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

38

SAT Score

1,080–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$19,752

Median Starting Salary

$52,172

#17

#17 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI

Every year, Hawaii Pacific University grants around 114 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$32,204

Median Starting Salary

$50,565

#18

#18 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, HI

At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, the University of Hawaii at Manoa awards 216 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

43

SAT Score

1,030–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$14,557

Median Starting Salary

$49,424

#19

#19 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Maine Maritime Academy
Castine, ME

Every year, Maine Maritime Academy awards around 61 degrees to those studying Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

61%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,090–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$21,433

Median Starting Salary

$55,110

#20

#20 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL

At The University of West Florida, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

57%

Annual Degrees Awarded

36

SAT Score

1,040–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$8,908

Median Starting Salary

$49,074

#21

#21 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

California State University-Long Beach
Long Beach, CA

Annually, California State University-Long Beach grants around 1491 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

47%

Annual Degrees Awarded

48

SAT Score

1,030–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$9,731

Median Starting Salary

$47,350

#22

#22 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC

Every year, the College of Charleston awards around 168 degrees to those majoring in Speech Communication and Rhetoric, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

32

SAT Score

1,150–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$20,806

Median Starting Salary

$52,087

#23

#23 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Puerto Rico-Humacao
Humacao, PR

At the University of Puerto Rico-Humacao, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

980–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$13,137

Median Starting Salary

$51,849

#24

#24 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI

Each year, the University of Rhode Island awards around 290 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

1,050–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$20,964

Median Starting Salary

$56,016

#25

#25 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Florida International University
Miami, FL

Each year, Florida International University awards about 1694 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Hospitality Administration/Management, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

59%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

1,060–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$10,742

Median Starting Salary

$46,786

#26

#26 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Every year, Nova Southeastern University grants about 453 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, and Neuroscience....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

1,060–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$32,756

Median Starting Salary

$48,364

#27

#27 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Boston University
Boston, MA

At Boston University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Computer Science, Economics, and General. In fact, Boston University grants 678 degrees per year to graduating Business Administration and Management, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

11%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,410–1,520

Est. Net Price *

$27,551

Median Starting Salary

$52,308

#28

#28 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of California-Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA

At the University of California-Los Angeles, the most popular majors students study are Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Sociology, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

9%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,320–1,540

Est. Net Price *

$15,166

Median Starting Salary

$44,411

#29

#29 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Alaska Southeast
Juneau, AK

Each year, the University of Alaska Southeast awards about 29 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

900–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$8,488

Median Starting Salary

$51,849

#30

#30 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Rutgers University-New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ

At Rutgers University-New Brunswick, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,280–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$19,052

Median Starting Salary

$47,774

#31

#31 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Delaware
Newark, DE

Each year, the University of Delaware awards about 212 degrees to those majoring in Finance, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,210–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$17,716

Median Starting Salary

$58,714

#32

#32 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR

Every year, the University of Oregon grants about 529 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Advertising, Social Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

1,130–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$23,917

Median Starting Salary

$50,371

#33

#33 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL

At Jacksonville University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, and General. In fact, Jacksonville University grants 272 degrees every year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more

Acceptance Rate

57%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,140–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$25,745

Median Starting Salary

$50,172

#34

#34 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of the Virgin Islands
Charlotte Amalie, VI

Every year, the University of the Virgin Islands grants about 34 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

800–1,030

Est. Net Price *

$7,632

Median Starting Salary

$48,602

#35

#35 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL

Every year, Florida Institute of Technology grants around 90 degrees to students studying Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,140–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$36,364

Median Starting Salary

$44,185

#36

#36 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Northeastern University
Boston, MA

Annually, Northeastern University awards about 955 degrees to students majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer and Information Sciences, General, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

6%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,460–1,550

Est. Net Price *

$34,770

Median Starting Salary

$50,966

#37

#37 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT

Annually, the University of Connecticut grants around 382 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Economics, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,230–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$22,324

Median Starting Salary

$51,626

#38

#38 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Unity College
New Gloucester, ME

At Unity College, the most popular majors students study are Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management, Natural Resources Law Enforcement and Protective Services, and Wildlife Biology....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$17,734

Median Starting Salary

$55,941

#39

#39 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS

Every year, the University of Southern Mississippi grants about 205 degrees to those studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

1,010–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$14,050

Median Starting Salary

$48,855

#40

#40 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL

At The University of Alabama, the most popular majors students study are Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,180–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$21,761

Median Starting Salary

$52,364

#41

#41 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Auburn University
Auburn, AL

At Auburn University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,220–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$24,524

Median Starting Salary

$52,393

#42

#42 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Fayette, MO

At Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business/Commerce, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,020–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$25,050

Median Starting Salary

$51,141

#43

#43 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Samford University
Birmingham, AL

Annually, Samford University grants about 122 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Pharmaceutical Sciences, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,120–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$32,176

Median Starting Salary

$56,808

#44

#44 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Rollins College
Winter Park, FL

At Rollins College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Communication, General, and International Business/Trade/Commerce....view more

Acceptance Rate

41%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,230–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$37,134

Median Starting Salary

$51,005

#45

#45 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL

At the University of South Florida, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

41%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,150–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$11,578

Median Starting Salary

$46,696

#46

#46 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA

At Western Washington University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Creative Writing. In fact, Western Washington University awards 218 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,120–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$22,096

Median Starting Salary

$50,915

#47

#47 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of New Haven
West Haven, CT

Annually, the University of New Haven grants about 237 degrees to those majoring in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,090–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$34,201

Median Starting Salary

$56,738

#48

#48 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO

At Northwest Missouri State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

970–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$15,497

Median Starting Salary

$53,812

#49

#49 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT

At Sacred Heart University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

860–1,040

Est. Net Price *

$46,165

Median Starting Salary

$61,634

#50

#50 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ

At Montclair State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Human Development and Family Studies, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

940–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$13,880

Median Starting Salary

$51,064

#51

#51 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Waynesburg University
Waynesburg, PA

Every year, Waynesburg University grants around 65 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

980–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$22,837

Median Starting Salary

$55,881

#52

#52 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg, PA

At East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

980–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$15,318

Median Starting Salary

$53,636

#53

#53 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Wisconsin Lutheran College
Milwaukee, WI

At Wisconsin Lutheran College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,110–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$22,809

Median Starting Salary

$54,786

#54

#54 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Mobile
Mobile, AL

At the University of Mobile, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,080–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$20,503

Median Starting Salary

$51,244

#55

#55 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon
Bayamon, PR

Each year, Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon grants about 45 degrees to those majoring in Criminalistics and Criminal Science, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

36%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$9,003

Median Starting Salary

$45,952

#56

#56 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Teaneck, NJ

Annually, Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus grants about 230 degrees to those studying General Studies, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,000–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$17,121

Median Starting Salary

$52,008

#57

#57 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Maine
Orono, ME

At the University of Maine, the most popular majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Maine awards 111 degrees per year to graduating Mechanical Engineering students....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,080–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$18,237

Median Starting Salary

$53,315

#58

#58 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Savannah State University
Savannah, GA

At Savannah State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Corrections and Criminal Justice, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

46%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

850–1,000

Est. Net Price *

$8,506

Median Starting Salary

$46,405

#59

#59 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA

At San Jose State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$13,833

Median Starting Salary

$47,454

#60

#60 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Salem State University
Salem, MA

Every year, Salem State University grants around 155 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

990–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$19,324

Median Starting Salary

$52,162

#61

#61 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Hampton University
Hampton, VA

Every year, Hampton University awards about 65 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Journalism, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration, Management and Operations, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

820–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$28,576

Median Starting Salary

$53,269

#62

#62 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX

Every year, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley grants about 580 degrees to students studying Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

900–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$6,978

Median Starting Salary

$48,329

#63

#63 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Troy University
Troy, AL

At Troy University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. In fact, Troy University grants 310 degrees annually to graduating Business Administration and Management, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

970–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$12,504

Median Starting Salary

$49,689

#64

#64 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL

At the University of West Alabama, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

930–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$14,781

Median Starting Salary

$48,888

#65

#65 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Ave Maria University
Ave Maria, FL

Every year, Ave Maria University grants about 25 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Communication, General, and Theology/Theological Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

45%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,050–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$23,515

Median Starting Salary

$56,556

#66

#66 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of North Alabama
Florence, AL

At the University of North Alabama, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$10,441

Median Starting Salary

$50,333

#67

#67 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Southwestern College
Winfield, KS

Annually, Southwestern College awards about 48 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

930–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$27,337

Median Starting Salary

$50,571

#68

#68 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

University of Puerto Rico at Ponce
Ponce, PR

Annually, the University of Puerto Rico at Ponce grants about 66 degrees to students studying Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Forensic Psychology, Psychology, Other, and Athletic Training/Trainer....view more

Acceptance Rate

56%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

930–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$7,358

Median Starting Salary

$51,849

#69

#69 Best College for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in the U.S.

Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL

At Alabama State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

890–1,050

Est. Net Price *

$13,504

Median Starting Salary

$49,924

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About Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the ecology and behavior of microbes, plants, and animals inhabiting oceans, coastal waters, and saltwater wetlands and their interactions with the physical environment. Includes instruction in chemical, physical, and geological oceanography; molecular, cellular, and biochemical studies; marine microbiology; marine botany; ichthyology; mammalogy; marine population dynamics and biodiversity; reproductive biology; studies of specific species, phyla, habitats, and ecosystems; marine paleocology and palentology; and applications to fields such as fisheries science and biotechnology.

Students who are passionate about Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography can study up to a Bachelors degree. Currently, 1,608 students earn a some level of degree in Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography around the country each year. More students graduate with a degree in Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography in Florida than any other state. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography is $42,090.

Popularity of Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying job for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography majors is Natural Sciences Managers. However, something else to consider is how many job openings there currently is. A job that is in high need that a degree in Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography can prepare you for is Biological Technicians.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
1,608
Female Students
1,122 (69%)
Male Students
486 (30%)

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