MS Marine, Atmospheric, and Sustainability Sciences at Stony Brook University

Programme overview

The MS takes a rigorous, interdisciplinary approach to oceanography, atmospheric and sustainability sciences with a research thesis. It prepares students for research, management, environmental protection and resource development positions, and its coursework mirrors the PhD so suitable students can continue to the doctorate.

Faculty: School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences | Duration: 30 credits; most students finish in 2 to 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stony Brook, NY, United States

What you will study

30 credits: core courses (Current Issues in Global Climate Change, Reading and Proposal Development, RCRS and Professional Development, seminar), two foundation courses (e.g. Physical, Biological, Chemical or Geological Oceanography, Foundations of Atmospheric Sciences, Perspectives on Sustainability), three specialty courses, at least 6 credits of MS research, 5 elective credits, a research proposal, thesis and oral presentation. A 3.0 GPA is required overall and in core/foundation courses.

Career pathways

Research, management, environmental protection and resource development positions; further study toward a PhD.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree (BA/BS) in a related discipline with cumulative GPA at least 3.0; at least eight semesters of introductory coursework in mathematics, biology, chemistry, geology, physics or sustainability with more advanced work in at least one; three letters of recommendation; official transcripts; personal statement naming research areas and potential advisors; GRE not required but considered. International applicants: TOEFL iBT 90 (paper 600, computer 230) or IELTS 6.5.

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.

Graduate applications are for fall entry with funding consideration; deadlines and any other entry terms vary by program.

Graduate School: the application fee is $100 (limited exceptions). Applications are submitted online through the Slate portal. Minimum cumulative GPA 3.00 on a 4.00 scale; GRE scores are listed on the application checklist and three letters of recommendation are required. Deadlines vary by program; for fall applications considered for funding the deadline is typically January 15.

Apply through the official page: https://www.stonybrook.edu/grad/admissions/apply-graduate-programs.html

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