Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences
Grand Valley State University
USA,Michigan
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48 Months
Duration
CAD 20,750/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Aug 2025
Apply Date
USA, Michigan
Type: University
Location Type: Semi-Urban
Founded: 1960
Total Students: 23,350 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
1 Campus Dr, Allendale, MI 49401, United States
Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences
Program Overview
The BS in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences prepares you for careers in this highly-relevant field to the Grat Lakes region. The program features a breadth and depth of knowledge that includes the study of stream ecology, fisheries biology, lake ecology, wetland ecology, aquatic invertebrates, and aquatic plants, among others. This curriculum will give graduates a highly desirable skill set which will make them well qualified for a range of career paths.
If you are interested in fisheries biology, you will be prepared to apply for Associate Fisheries Professional certification offered by the American Fisheries Society. Associate Fisheries Professional certification helps you qualify for jobs with state and federal agencies, and with environmental consulting firms.
Students interested in marine biology should plan on taking additional coursework in math and chemistry and complete summer coursework at a marine field station.
Why Study Fisheries And Aquatic Sciences At Grand Valley?
- The degree combines the highly technical expertise spanning the study of chemistry, physics, statistics, geology, natural resource management and biology with a liberal education component, creating a professional with a broad skill set required for success in this high demand profession.
- Flexibility within the curriculum provides you with a broad set of elective courses and opportunities for specialization.
- Authentic experiential learning in field and in laboratory learning environments.
- Opportunities for internships, international and domestic field study, and mentor-guided student research to complement coursework.
- A broad range of research opportunities provide undergraduate students the chance to engage in real-world projects
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 20,750 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in Grand Valley State University
CAD 9,000 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
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