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University of Washington

Prospective Students

From Many Perspectives, It's the Right Choice

The UW School of Oceanography can offer you:

  • a small school with all the advantages of a large research university
  • close ties to marine policy, earth, ecological and environmental science departments
  • links to international research programs
  • opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience
  • close proximity to coastal waters and access to the open ocean
  • two world-class research vessels and countless field and lab instruments
  • the oldest Oceanography undergraduate program in the nation, we celebrated 50 years in 2005
  • the only national program offering all degrees: BA, BS, MS and PhD level studies

Fundamentals of the Oceanography Program:

  • the curriculum is rigorous and quantitative
  • coursework prepares students for work in academic, research, consulting and educational settings
  • class sizes are small (< 30) with ties to externally-funded research activities
  • students develop strong personal skills while learning to function as part of a team
  • individual opportunities are given to tailor study toward

Biological Oceanography & Marine Biology
Chemical & Biochemical Oceanography
Physical Oceanography & Fluid Dynamics
Marine Geology & Geophysics 

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