1. Florida State University
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  4. PhD in Physical Oceanography

PhD in Physical Oceanography

5 Years On Campus Phd Program

Florida State University

Program Overview

Physical Oceanography is one of the three main divisions within the FSU Department of Oceanography, and is focused on the interaction between oceans and atmosphere and how that interaction influences and shapes our world. Professors guide students in their study of wave motions, tides, currents, salinity and temperature of the oceans and how those properties influence weather and climate. Other avenues of study involve the transmission of light and sound through water and the ocean s interactions with its boundaries at the seafloor and the coast.

Program Key Stats

$25309 (Annual cost)



58 %

Eligibility Criteria


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146
155
579
6.5
80

Additional Information & Requirements

Certified copy of all transcript(s), diploma(s), and/or degree certificate(s), A personal statement, Resume or Writing Sample, Letters of recommendation, Test scores: GRE, GMAT, Internet based TOEFL (IBTOEFL): 80, Paper based TOEFL (TOEFL): 550, International English Language Testing System (IELTS): 6.5, Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB): 77, Pearson Test of English (PTE): 55, Verification of Financial resources.

Career Options

  • Aquaculturist
  • Water Quality Specialist
  • Stream Management
  • Fisheries Biologist

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