Overview

Using an interdisciplinary approach, Marine, Estuarine and Environmental Sciences students at the University of Maryland are trained to engage in scientific discovery, integration, and application to generate new knowledge and to solve environmental problems.

The MEES program was established to break down barriers between disciplines and to promote inter-disciplinary and trans-disciplinary research through its multi-institutional structure which leverages the full breadth of expertise within the University System of Maryland (USM).

Careers

The Marine, Estuarine and Environmental Sciences curriculum combines formal coursework, project-based learning and internships to provide exposure to state-of-the-art tools and technologies in equipping students for careers in government, commercial, the non-profit sector and academia.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environment and Society
Earth and Ocean Science
Ecological Systems
Environmental Molecular Science and Technology
Interconnected Earth Systems: Land, Ocean, and Estuary
Applied Environmental Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 108 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

College Park, United States

Disciplines

Marine Science Environmental Sciences View 27 other PhDs in Marine Science 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

It is particularly important that a student articulate clearly, in the application, a statement of goals and objectives for future work in the field. Because of the interdisciplinary and interdepartmental nature of the program, only students for whom a specific advisor is identified in advance can be admitted.
Statement of Purpose
Transcript(s)
TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
Letters of Recommendation (3)
CV/Resume
Supplementary Application (optional)
Description of Research/Work 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

7512 USD / year

≈ 7512 USD / year
Out-of-State

7512 USD / year

≈ 7512 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

3512 USD / year

≈ 3512 USD / year

Living costs

College Park

United States

1676 - 2838 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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Available Scholarships

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