Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy program in Integrative, Comparative and Marine Biology at University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a broad background and overview of the fields comprising marine biology and prepares you for professional and leadership positions.

Features

This research degree program serves students with interests in conducting research in academia, industry and government; individuals who intend to become faculty in undergraduate teaching institutions; managers in technology-based industries and policy makers in government.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Oceanography and Environmental Science

Ecology

Physiology and Biochemistry

Cellular and Molecular Biology

Evolution and Diversity

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

78 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wilmington, United States

Disciplines

Marine Science View 27 other PhDs in Marine Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

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General requirements

Curriculum Vitae

Ph.D. Research: Statement of Interest for Ph.D. research, including a summary of relevant experience (maximum of three pages)

Publications: Copies of publications (if available)

Degree Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in biology or a related discipline from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university or its equivalent at an international institution based on a four-year program.

Research Requirements: A record of research, applied learning or relevant professional experience.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19624 USD / year

≈ 19624 USD / year
Out-of-State

19624 USD / year

≈ 19624 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

4836 USD / year

≈ 4836 USD / year

Living costs

Wilmington

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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