undergraduate
Marine science
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What is a marine science major?
Marine science students are trained to serve as captains, executive officers, engineers and ranking mates on commercially licensed inland, coastal and ocean-going vessels. Course topics include maritime traditions and law, maritime policy, economics and management of commercial marine operations, basic naval architecture and engineering, shipboard power systems engineering, crew supervision, and administrative procedures.
How much do marine science majors make?
This data isn't currently reported, but we're working on it!
How popular is marine science as a major?
Each year, around 670 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 45 students obtain an associate degree in marine science. In 2021, 567 students received a bachelor's degree and 62 students received an associate degree. This is 11% fewer marine science majors than there were in 2020. Marine science is a relatively uncommon major within environmental science.
