Tallahassee,
FL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Oceanography - Biological Oceanography in Tallahassee United States | Florida State University
Florida State University
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Tallahassee United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,993
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Biological oceanographers explore marine ecosystems, aiming to predict the behaviors and distributions of ocean life, from microscopic phytoplankton to top predators. Research in the EOAS department spans diverse organisms—from microbes to large marine animals—across tropical to polar regions and from coastal zones to the deep sea. Our interdisciplinary work employs multiple methods, including field studies, lab experiments, spatial analysis, and theoretical modeling.
Students in the program engage in both lab and field research, with opportunities to join oceanographic expeditions or collaborate with international labs. Given the interdisciplinary nature of marine science, we frequently partner with chemical, geological, and physical oceanographers, as well as institutions worldwide. Students also share their findings at global scientific conferences.
Applicants with a B.S. or B.A. in a core science discipline may apply for the Master's program. While most non-Master's holders enter the M.S. track, those with relevant graduate degrees can apply directly to the Ph.D. program. Admission requires faculty approval and a committed advisor. Ph.D. candidates must complete 18 additional credit hours in their specialization, as determined by their advisory committee, alongside general M.S. requirements. All Ph.D. students must also complete 24 dissertation credits (OCE6980). Those pursuing a Ph.D. without an M.S. must fulfill both degree requirements. Florida State M.S. graduates may reapply for the Ph.D. program with faculty approval. Continuous enrollment of at least 24 credits per year is mandatory for Ph.D. candidates.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Internet based TOEFL (IBTOEFL): 80, Paper based TOEFL (TOEFL): 550, International English Language Testing System (IELTS): 6.5.
Have each college or university you have attended send one official transcript. These documents are required from every university or college you have attended.
Doctoral applicants only - Have an official copy of your Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score sent to the Office of Admissions (Institution Code 5219, Oceanography Code 0508).
If you are an international student, your scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination are also required.
Choose the specific program you are interested in to confirm the documents they require that
you provide. At a minimum they will need the following uploaded into your FSU Online
Application:
Statement of Interest: State your reasons for choosing this area of study and your academic goals. You may wish to include information about your academic background and
experience.
UPLOAD YOUR STATEMENT OF INTEREST INTO THE ON-LINE APPLICATION.
Transcripts: Provide a scanned version of your transcripts or an unofficial copy of your transcripts.
UPLOAD YOUR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS INTO THE ON-LINE APPLICATION.
Resum/CV: You may submit a resume if you like.
UPLOAD YOUR RESUME INTO THE ON-LINE APPLICATION.
Letters of Recommendations: Arrange for three letters of recommendation from professors, mentors, and/or employers familiar with your academic and/or research experience. In the on-line application system complete your recommendation providers information as directed. The application system will e-mail your recommendation providers and request that they submit a recommendation online. There is no set format for these letters.
Have each college or university you have attended send one official transcript. These documents are required from every university or college you have attended.
Doctoral applicants only - Have an official copy of your Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score sent to the Office of Admissions (Institution Code 5219, Oceanography Code 0508).
If you are an international student, your scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination are also required.
Choose the specific program you are interested in to confirm the documents they require that
you provide. At a minimum they will need the following uploaded into your FSU Online
Application:
Statement of Interest: State your reasons for choosing this area of study and your academic goals. You may wish to include information about your academic background and
experience.
UPLOAD YOUR STATEMENT OF INTEREST INTO THE ON-LINE APPLICATION.
Transcripts: Provide a scanned version of your transcripts or an unofficial copy of your transcripts.
UPLOAD YOUR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS INTO THE ON-LINE APPLICATION.
Resum/CV: You may submit a resume if you like.
UPLOAD YOUR RESUME INTO THE ON-LINE APPLICATION.
Letters of Recommendations: Arrange for three letters of recommendation from professors, mentors, and/or employers familiar with your academic and/or research experience. In the on-line application system complete your recommendation providers information as directed. The application system will e-mail your recommendation providers and request that they submit a recommendation online. There is no set format for these letters.
Tuition
USD
19,993