Degree Programs
Three graduate degrees and an undergraduate minor are offered through William & Mary's School of Marine Science at VIMS.
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M.S. and Ph.D.
The M.S. and Ph.D. degrees are designed for students who wish to pursue science-focused careers at an advanced level. The School of Marine Science offers diverse course work in marine science, as well as advanced quantitative method courses, and courses or training programs that help students develop the technical and professional skills that employers seek.
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Professional M.A.
Through interdisciplinary coursework and training, the professional M.A. in Marine Science prepares students for careers in areas like policy, business, education, outreach, and more. Students will gain the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to translate, integrate and apply marine science across a broad range of career paths and societal concerns.
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Undergraduate Minor
William & Mary undergraduates can get involved in all aspects of marine science through a collaboration between Arts & Sciences and the School of Marine Science at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science. Students complete coursework, conduct research, engage with policy, and can complete a Minor in Marine Science.
Prospective Graduate Students
VIMS is one of the nation's largest and most prestigious centers for coastal and marine research and education. The School of Marine Science at VIMS is committed to building a talented, diverse, and inclusive community of marine science leaders who have the academic and professional skills necessary to meet the present and future needs of science and society.
Current Students
Resources, links, forms and more for current students are collated together here.
Undergraduate Opportunities
William & Mary undergraduates can get involved in all aspects of marine science through a collaboration between William & Mary's Arts & Sciences and William & Mary's School of Marine Science at VIMS. Students complete coursework, conduct research, engage with policy and can complete a Minor in Marine Science.
Fast Facts about the School of Marine Science
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1,000+Degrees Granted
The SMS has granted more than 1,000 degrees, making it one of the largest marine science graduate programs in the United States.
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75+Years of Graduate Education
For more than 75 years, the SMS has offered an exceptional graduate education.
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48 %Knauss Fellowships
Nearly half of all Sea Grant's Knauss Fellowships in Virginia have been awarded to SMS students.
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6Exceptional Faculty
The State Council for Higher Education in Virginia has awarded its prestigious Outstanding Faculty Award to six members of the SMS faculty.
Office for Academic Affairs
The Office for Academic Affairs advocates on behalf of students and the academic program, supports the faculty and staff who are engaged in delivering education and student services and develops and administers academic and institutional policies affecting students in ways that foster high academic standards, responsible conduct and student resilience within an equitable, inclusive and diverse education and training environment.
Contact Us
Office of Academic Affairs
Contact Us
- Email: [[v|academicaffairs,Office of Academic Affairs]]
- Email: [[v|registrar,Registrar]]
- Phone - Main Office: 804-684-7105
- Phone - Registrar: 804-684-7106
- Fax: 804-684-7881