Marine ScienceNorth America

128 Master's degrees in Marine Science in North America

University of New England Maine3,8(6)

Boston, United States

Marine Sciences

The mission of the Master of Science in Marine Sciences program at University of New England Maine is to prepare outstanding graduate students for careers or further training in science, technology, and education by providing an advanced knowledge base and research skills in the marine sciences.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$43,330/yr

University of South Florida4,3(44)

Saint Petersburg, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Marine Science

The Marine Science MSc program offered at University of South Florida is led by faculty with expertise in all aspects of oceanography, offering students a strong interdisciplinary education–critical to a successful career in marine science.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$16,666/yr

East Carolina University3,6(9)

Greenville, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Maritime Studies

From very humble beginnings in 1981, East Carolina University's Maritime Studies, M.A. program at East Carolina University has blossomed into one of the world's leading academic underwater archaeology programs. It is characterized by hands-on underwater training, primary document historical research, and other practical skills such as remote sensing and grant writing.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$21,812/yr

University of New Haven4,4(23)

New Haven, United States

Marine Policy and Management

With our M.A. in Marine Policy and Management at University of New Haven, you will gain the higher-level skills, practical experience, and interdisciplinary knowledge that enable you to thrive in this environment and in the related fields that feed into it.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$38,624/yr

Western Washington University4,3(8)

Bellingham, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Environmental Science, Marine and Estuarine Science

Environmental Science, Marine and Estuarine Science from Western Washington University is offered through Huxley College of the Environment, the Department of Biology, and Shannon Point Marine Center.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$25,337/yr

Oregon State University4,3(11)

Corvallis, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Fisheries Science

The Fisheries Science graduate program offered by the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Oregon State University provides students with the opportunity to study with faculty that have expertise in a diverse array of disciplines including but not limited to fish ecology, quantitative analyses of marine and freshwater fish populations, water quality and fish systematics.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$35,118/yr

University of North Carolina Wilmington4,1(12)

Wilmington, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Marine Science

The Marine Science programme at the University of North Carolina Wilmington is a comprehensive postgraduate degree designed for advanced research. This full-time, on-campus course provides an interdisciplinary approach to oceanography, equipping students with the expertise needed to solve complex environmental issues.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$23,325/yr

University of Washington4,2(54)

Seattle, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Hydrology and Hydrodynamics

The Hydrology and Hydrodynamics program from University of Washington focuses on physical, chemical and biological processes in freshwater systems. The thesis master’s program is intended for students who will continue to the Ph.D. program. These students have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research with renowned faculty.

M.Sc. Full-time Blended

1 year$32,811/yr

University of Southern California4,1(63)

Los Angeles, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Marine and Environmental Biology

The Marine and Environmental Biology MSc program at University of Southern California is designed to provide admitted students with a rigorous, quantitative and focused introduction to the burgeoning fields and breadth of topics in marine environmental biology/chemistry, geobiology, oceanography, conservation biology and population dynamics (depending upon the concentration selected).

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$73,260/yr

University of Wisconsin Madison4,1(8)

Madison, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Freshwater Marine Science

The Freshwater Marine Science (FMS) Graduate Program at the University of Wisconsin Madison offers curricula leading to the master of science and doctor of philosophy degrees or a doctoral minor in freshwater and marine sciences.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$25,732/yr

College of William & Mary1,0(2)

Williamsburg, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Marine Science

The M.A. in Marine Science (32 credits) from College of William & Mary is an up to two-year degree program designed to prepare students to enter the workforce as marine science professionals.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$29,352/yr

Montclair State University4,3(7)

Montclair, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Marine Biology and Coastal Sciences

The Marine Biology and Coastal Sciences programme at Montclair State University is a research-focused Master of Science degree. This in-person course offers advanced training in aquatic biodiversity and coastal processes. Students can choose between thesis and non-thesis tracks to suit their professional goals.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$16,288/yr

Mississippi State University4,2(10)

Starkville, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture

Within this Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture MSc program from Mississippi State University you will acquire skills to become a leader in the field of conservation education.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$28,586/yr

Texas A&M University4,1(19)

College Station, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Marine Resources Management

Marine Resources Management from Texas A&M University educates students in the intricacies of coastal and ocean management. Salary ranges are $61,100 on average, increases depending on industry.

M.B.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$28,074/yr

University of Texas at Austin4,3(27)

Austin, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Marine Science

The University of Texas at Austin Marine Science Institute advances knowledge of coastal and blue water oceans with exceptional research, innovative teaching, and diverse public outreach programs. The Marine Science MSc program is offered at University of Texas at Austin.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$18,162/yr

University of North Carolina Chapel Hill4,5(12)

Chapel Hill, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Marine Sciences

The Department of Marine Sciences at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill provides teaching and research in estuarine, coastal, and oceanographic sciences leading to M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in marine sciences.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$29,422/yr

University of Rhode Island4,5(6)

Kingston, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Marine Affairs

The Marine Affairs programme at the University of Rhode Island is a full-time, two-year Master of Arts degree. Based at the Kingston Campus, this course provides an interdisciplinary analysis of coastal management. Students gain the essential skills required for effective environmental policy and marine governance roles.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$32,186/yr

University of Alaska Fairbanks5,0(1)

Fairbanks, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Marine Studies

The Marine Studies degree at the University of Alaska Fairbanks offers a broad degree program, which can include topics such as marine ecology, organismal biology, ecosystem processes and oceanography. Students will select courses offered by the graduate program in marine sciences and limnology, which can also be from the fisheries program or the statistics or biology and wildlife departments.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +3

1 year$22,140/yr

Colorado State University4,1(107)

Online Top 2% in Worldwide

Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology

The Master of Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology degree at Colorado State University is one of the top programs in the U.S., and over 2,400 of our alumni are working to resolve natural-resource related issues.

Master Part-time Online

2½ years$8,460/yr

College of Natural Sciences, Forestry, and Agriculture3,9(14)

Orono, United States

Marine Sciences

The Marine Sciences degree program at The University of Maine is open to qualified traditional and non-traditional students.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,528/yr