Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology at Florida International University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Marine Biology provides students with a strong foundation of knowledge and skills in diverse areas to show the interconnected nature between ecology, genetics, evolution, organismal diversity, and oceanography. This degree is ideal for students who plan to pursue graduate studies and careers in marine biology, marine botany, zoology, ecology, molecular and cellular biology, natural resource management, conservation management, and nonprofit organizations. This program allows students to explore upcoming methods of research through data science, and hands-on experience utilizing technology such as drones and autonomous vehicles.

Faculty: College of Arts, Sciences, and Education | Duration: 4 years (120 credits) | Location: Miami, FL, United States

What you will study

The programme requires 120 credit hours. Requirement areas in the catalogue: Lower Division Preparation ; Upper Division; Bachelor of Science with Honors in Marine Biology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University admissions apply: Admissions Requirements for the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Marine Biology See general university admission requirements at admissions.fiu.edu. Marine Biology Program activities and upper-division coursework will be concentrated at the Biscayne Bay Campus, although some course requirements may be met elsewhere at FIU. Continuity in academic advisement is an objective in this specialized degree program. Students in the BS Marine Biology Program will be advised by a dedicated Marine Biology Advising Office. Faculty in Biological Sciences, including Marine Biology faculty, also are available to provide academic and career advice for students in the Marine Biology Program. Admissions Requirements for the BS with Honors in Marine Biology (1) Permission of the department. Application should be made by letter to the Honors Committee from the applicant after completion of two semesters at the Un

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

First-year entry terms: Early Fall 2027 and Fall 2027. Applications open August 1 on the Common App. Standardized test scores (SAT, ACT or CLT) are submitted separately from the testing agency.

Transfer entry terms: Spring, Summer A/C, Summer B and Fall.

Graduate entry terms: Fall (starts in August), Spring (starts in January) and Summer (starts in May); some programmes limit admission to one or two terms a year.

First-year Fall 2027 and Early Fall 2027: Early Action deadline for a complete application with documents is November 2, 2026 (notification December 10, 2026); regular deadline December 16, 2026 (notification January 21, 2027); final deadline March 2, 2027 (last decisions April 2, 2027); deposit due May 1, 2027. The application fee is $30 USD (or an SAT/ACT fee waiver). Applications are submitted through the Common App.

Domestic transfer application deadlines: Spring 2027 December 1; Summer A/C 2027 March 8; Summer B 2027 April 26; Fall 2027 July 8; Spring 2028 November 10 (College of Business deadlines are earlier). Transfer applicants educated at a non-US institution: Spring 2027 October 1; Summer 2027 March 2; Fall 2027 May 16; Spring 2028 October 5. The transfer application fee is $30.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.fiu.edu/

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