Overview

As a research-intensive unit, Coastal Sciences's graduate program offers excellent opportunities for students to immerse themselves in basic and applied research. Graduates at the University of Southern Mississippi are equipped to help better protect, manage, and enhance coastal and marine resources. Current research programs support graduate and postdoctoral students in investigations related to aquaculture, aquatic health sciences, coastal ecology and ecosystem processes, and fisheries and fisheries oceanography.

What Will I Learn?

Interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary knowledge and understanding of Coastal Sciences.
Specialized research skills.
Scientific presentation skills to effectively communicate scientific research.
Scientific publication skills.
Knowledge, field and laboratory skills necessary for jobs in marine-related fields.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Coastal Marine Geology
Coastal Ornithology
Coastal Vegetation
Coastal Vegetation Laboratory
Marine Conservation
Application of Environmental and Coastal Zone Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-10 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

West Hattiesburg, United States

Disciplines

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission is competitive and based on a holistic review of the applicant’s credentials by departments. The University sets minimum requirements for regular admission into graduate school, including:
Online Application
$60 non-refundable application fee
Good standing at last university attended
Official transcripts and degree certificates or diplomas from all previous colleges or universities attended
Official TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE, or iTEP scores
Official copy of GRE, GMAT, or MAT score from testing service
Three letters of recommendation (upload to application file)
Statement of Purpose or writing sample (according to departmental requirements)
Immunization records (required prior to enrolling in classes if admitted)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

6142 USD / year

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Out-of-State

6142 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

5142 USD / year

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Living costs

West Hattiesburg

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Duration

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Delivered

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General requirements

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Living costs

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Funding

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