Overview

Our Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering program at the University of New Orleans is the perfect home for students with a passion for marine architecture and an approach to problem-solving that’s equal parts analytical and creative. If that sounds like you—and if you want to pursue your goals at one of the country’s most well-respected programs—UNO is the place for you.

Studying for your NAME degree will prepare you for an in-demand career designing boats, ships, and offshore structures, along with all of their internal systems. Your skills will be transferrable to all parts of the marine industry, no matter where your interests may take you. And our students regularly receive full-time job offers before they even graduate, going on to lead long, successful careers.

What You’ll Learn

UNO is one of only a select few universities in the country to offer a degree in naval architecture and marine engineering. We’ve developed a rigorous, immersive curriculum that will give you the theoretical and practical knowledge you need to succeed in this exciting, in-demand field.

In UNO’s Bachelor of Science in naval architecture and marine engineering program, you will:

Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems with principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.

Apply engineering design to produce solutions that consider public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.

Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments that consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and social contexts.

Function effectively on a team that provides leadership, creates a collaborative and inclusive environment, establishes goals, plans tasks, and meets objectives.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Naval Architecture

Marine Design

Marine Engines

Offshore Platform and Ship Dynamics

Ship Resistance and Propulsion

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-28 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-19 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-07 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-14 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-06-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-10 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

128 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

New Orleans, United States

Disciplines

Architecture Marine Engineering Marine Science View 26 other Bachelors in Marine Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Financial Support Form
Official high school transcripts must be sent directly from the school. The transcripts must be in the original language, accompanied by an official English translation.
Must have achieved at least a 2.5 core GPA, as calculated by UNO Admissions.

In addition, students must have the minimum ACT/SAT scores:

Math Test Scores: ACT 19 or SAT 510
English Test Scores: ACT 18 or SAT 500 (Evidence-based Reading & Writing)

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

14290 USD / year

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Out-of-State

14290 USD / year

≈ 14290 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9454 USD / year

≈ 9454 USD / year

Living costs

New Orleans

United States

1125 - 2151 USD / month

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

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Overview

What You’ll Learn

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

New Orleans

Funding

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