Master of Science in Marine Science
Hawaii Pacific University
USA,Hawaii
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21 Months
Duration
CAD 30,024/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 55 FREE
Application Fee
Aug 2025
Apply Date
USA, Hawaii
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1965
Total Students: 4,998 +
Int. Students: 450 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
1 Aloha Tower Dr, Honolulu, HI 96813, United States
Master of Science in Marine Science
Program Overview
LEARN AND RESEARCH WITH THE BEST MARINE SCIENCE PROFESSIONALS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE PACIFIC
What better place to learn about advanced marine systems than on an island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean? Earn your Master of Science in Marine Science (MSMS) from HPU. You will perform laboratory research at the Oceanic Institute - a research and development facility dedicated to marine aquaculture, biotechnology, and coastal resource management - located near Makapu‘u Point and study at HPU’s windward Hawaii Loa Campus in K?ne‘ohe featuring 135 tropical acres with awe-inspiring views of O‘ahu’s majestic Ko‘olau Mountains. Get your marine science graduate degree at HPU and learn from the best faculty at the ideal location - Hawai‘i.
The Master of Science in Marine Science degree program fosters a broad understanding of marine systems through an interdisciplinary program of study. Choose from two tracks for the program – applied (MSMS-A) and thesis (MSMS-T).
Thesis Track – 36 credits
The MSMS thesis track is a research-based program that emphasizes a hands-on approach to learning through the completion of an original thesis project under the direct mentorship of an experienced marine science researcher. Click here to learn more.
Applied Track – 39 credits
The applied track provides students with a broad-based, in-depth knowledge of physical, geological, chemical, and ecological processes in the ocean coupled with the technical skills necessary to contribute to the exploration of the marine environment and the management of its living resources. Click here to learn more.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 55 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 30,024 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in Hawaii Pacific University
CAD 17,000 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
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