Bellingham,
WA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Environmental Science - Marine and Estuarine Science in Bellingham United States | Western Washington University
Western Washington University
|
Bellingham United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,375
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Marine and Estuarine Science program (MESP) offers a structured master's-level curriculum focused on coastal marine and estuarine sciences. By leveraging existing resources from the College of the Environment and Biology Department, this research-intensive program examines coastal ecosystems. A scientific grasp of physical, chemical, and biological processes is essential for assessing human impacts on these environments.
MESP aims to develop experts capable of investigating core ecosystem characteristics and human-induced changes. Program graduates will possess the qualifications for professional entry-level roles and remain competitive when pursuing doctoral studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Within the application you will be prompted to upload an unofficial transcript from each institution attended If admitted you will be asked to provide official transcripts
Additional application materials are specified below Applications will not be forwarded to the department for review until all required materials have been received by the Graduate School
Three 3 Letters of Reference
Statement of Purpose The statement of purpose is a chance to show who you are beyond what is contained in your transcripts Reviewers will use it to evaluate your experience goals motivation enthusiasm and research interests Your statement gives you an opportunity to explain anything in your data that may be unclear to the reader You can highlight your strong points particularly if they are not adequately expressed in your other materials You can also discuss weaknesses in your record This isnt a chance to make excuses instead candidly discuss any extenuating circumstances that may help the reviewer to understand your background Your statement will be read by a review committee and by potential faculty advisers Be sure to give some indication of the topics you wish to pursue in graduate school and what advisers you would like to work with Your application will be stronger if you have actually communicated with those individuals beforehand and know that they are accepting students
3.0 minimum GPA
Score at or above the minimum TOEFL 86 iBT or IELTS 7.0
Additional application materials are specified below Applications will not be forwarded to the department for review until all required materials have been received by the Graduate School
Three 3 Letters of Reference
Statement of Purpose The statement of purpose is a chance to show who you are beyond what is contained in your transcripts Reviewers will use it to evaluate your experience goals motivation enthusiasm and research interests Your statement gives you an opportunity to explain anything in your data that may be unclear to the reader You can highlight your strong points particularly if they are not adequately expressed in your other materials You can also discuss weaknesses in your record This isnt a chance to make excuses instead candidly discuss any extenuating circumstances that may help the reviewer to understand your background Your statement will be read by a review committee and by potential faculty advisers Be sure to give some indication of the topics you wish to pursue in graduate school and what advisers you would like to work with Your application will be stronger if you have actually communicated with those individuals beforehand and know that they are accepting students
3.0 minimum GPA
Score at or above the minimum TOEFL 86 iBT or IELTS 7.0
Tuition
USD
27,375