Overview

The Marine Sciences program of Savannah State University takes advantage of SSU’s location on a salt marsh by incorporating field and laboratory opportunities into courses. SSU is the only instructional unit in the University System of Georgia with direct ocean access and marine laboratory facilities.

Key Facts

The following Learning Outcomes are what we expect a student to know and to be able to do as a result of graduating with a major in marine sciences from SSU.

Ocean Literacy: Demonstrate basic knowledge and principles of chemical, physical, geological, and biological oceanography. An ocean-literate person understands the essential principles and fundamental concepts of oceanography

Quantitative, Analytical, and Technical Skills: Gain marketable quantitative, analytical, and technical skills by applying a variety of analytical tools

Communication Skills: Effectively communicate using research report and oral presentation formats

Integrative Learning: Apply the scientific method to demonstrate the ability to identify marine science questions and through critical thinking, research, and analysis, answer scientific questions and solve marine science problems

These objectives are met through rigorous course work including laboratories and boat-based instruction; academic advisement and mentoring; and opportunities to engage in original research.

Careers

Marine Biologist

Oceanographer

Marine Environmental Scientist

Fisheries Scientist

Marine Policy Analyst

Aquaculture Specialist

Marine Conservationist

Coastal Resource Manager

Marine Robotics Technician

Underwater Archaeologist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology

Calculus

Organic Chemistry

Marine Chemistry & Analysis

Technical Writing & Seminar

Marine Ecology

Biological Oceanography

Senior Research/Internship

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

May 31 is priority deadline for national students.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Savannah, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete an application for Admission online at Future Tiger and pay the $20 Application Fee (Non-Refundable).

Send us official copies of your SAT/ACT scores from the testing agency.

Submit High School Transcript(s).

An official college transcript (if applicable) from each college attended.

Submit Proof of English Proficiency.

A complete Certificate of Immunization is required for all Transient applicants.

Letter from Sponsor’s Bank.

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

19410 USD / year

≈ 19410 USD / year
Out-of-State

19410 USD / year

≈ 19410 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5220 USD / year

≈ 5220 USD / year

Living costs

Savannah

United States

900 - 1510 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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