Oceanography & Coastal Sciences - PhD

Old Dominion University

Norfolk, Virginia

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Program Setting

Department of Ocean, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences

Attendance: In-Person
Program Faculty: 24
Program Students: Data Not Avail.
Program Details
Degree Type: Doctorate - PhD
Minimum Credits: 48 with MS, 78 without MS (bachelor)
Typical Length: Data Not Avail.
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GRE Required: Data Not Avail.
GPA Minimum: Data Not Avail.
Category: Marine Biology
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Description

The Ph.D degree follows the traditional path of original research in the field of oceanography. The emphasis areas are biological, chemical, geological, and physical oceanography, and the earth and geological sciences. Interdisciplinary studies are emphasized and an integral part of the student experience. The curricula are designed to prepare graduates for professional practice in their area of interest.

What makes Oceanography at ODU unique?

  • Faculty do active research from here in Hampton Roads to the Arctic and Antarctic

  • Many of our graduate students participate in sea-going research expeditions around the world

  • Our graduate students present their research at national conferences, including the American Geophysical Union, Ocean Sciences and the Geological Society of America meetings

  • Community building is a strong aspect of graduate life in our Department thanks to our active Graduate Student Organization

Costs
Tuition:
Tuition Per Semester: $16,816
Tuition Per Credit: $1,383
Total Program Tuition: Data Not Avail.
Resident Rate:
Tuition Per Semester: $6,784
Tuition Per Credit: $547
Total Program Tuition: Data Not Avail.

Assistantships Available:
Yes
% Receiving Aid:
Data Not Avail.
A Graduate Assistant (GA) is expected to participate directly in either instructional, research, or administrative duties in support of the ongoing activities of the University's academic, research, and service units. It is the University's intention to make the assistantship an integral and valuable part of the student's graduate education. It should be viewed as an apprenticeship in teaching, research, or administrative service.
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Other Programs In Department:
Ocean & Earth Sciences - MS
Category: Marine Biology
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