Overview

The goal of the Ocean Engineering Program at the University of Southern Mississippi is to become an established provider of high-quality education in the field of ocean engineering and to be recognized for its well-prepared graduates who can become leaders in their field.

What Will I Learn?

Engineering design process
Computer aided design (CAD)
Computer programming
Field methods
Data analysis
Ocean instrumentation
Fluid dynamics
Coastal processes
Underwater sensing and communication
Marine infrastructure

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ocean Engineering Computer Methods
Coastal Engineering and Nearshore Processes
Ocean Acoustics
Engineering Fluid Mechanics
Engineering Ethics and Safety Culture
Ocean Engineering Capstone

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

128 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Long Beach, United States

Disciplines

Marine Engineering Oceanography View 43 other Bachelors in Oceanography in United States

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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

Freshman applicants should submit the following:

USM Application or Common Application
$40 application fee
Copies of high school transcripts and/or school leaving examination results
Proof of English proficiency (see English Proficiency section for acceptable tests and waiver options)
Optional: SAT or ACT (required for Freshman Merit Scholarship consideration)

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

11888 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5944 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

11888 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5944 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

9888 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4944 USD per semester during 48 months.

Non-resident: $4,944.00 + $1,000 additional non residential tuition/term (12-19 semester hours)

Living costs for Long Beach

800 - 1300 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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