About the course

The M.S. program offered by SoMAS takes a rigorous approach to oceanography, atmospheric, and sustainability sciences with interdisciplinary course work and a research thesis. It is designed to prepare students for positions in research, management, environmental protection, and resource development. The program provides students with a firm basis for more advanced study, but also is designed to equip students with the background and tools needed for effective careers without additional training. Required course work is very similar to the Ph.D. program, allowing M.S. students to continue in the Ph.D. program provided they have demonstrated adequate performance and found a suitable faculty advisor. The time required to complete this program depends on the scope of research undertaken. Most students complete their degree in 2 to 3 years. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Stony Brook
Summer (May), 2024	Stony Brook
Fall (August), 2024	Stony Brook
Spring (January), 2025	Stony Brook
Summer (May), 2025	Stony Brook
Fall (August), 2025	Stony Brook
Summer (May), 2026	Stony Brook

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for SUNY Stony Brook University

A. Completion of a B.A. or B.S. with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 (B),

　　B. Acceptable scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test,

　　C. Acceptable scores on the TOEFL (paper: 600, computer: 230, iBT: 90) or IELTS (6.5) for foreign students,

　　E. Three letters of recommendation,

　　F. Official transcript(s),

　　All applications should be submitted electronically through the Graduate School.

　　For admission to the M.A. program, students must have completed at least 4 semester college courses in math or science, including at least one course in biology.

　　There are two tracks in the M.S. and Ph.D. programs—one in Marine Sciences and one in Atmospheric Sciences. Students should indicate which track they wish to pursue on their applications.

　　For admission to either the M.S. or Ph.D. graduate programs in Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, the following are normally required:

　　A. B.A. or B.S. degree in atmospheric sciences, biology, chemistry, geology, mathematics, physics, or other suitable science discipline, the course work equivalent to obtain such a degree,

　　B. Two semesters of coursework in mathematics through calculus, physics, and chemistry, and as appropriate to specialization area, biology, chemistry, physics, geology, or math, with advanced work in at least one of these disciplines,

　　In their personal statements, all students should state why they wish to enter the specific SoMAS graduate program and what career they hope to embark upon. In addition, M.S. and Ph.D. students should provide an indication of both the specific research areas they would like to address and potential faculty advisors. Obtaining a position in specific research laboratories is very competitive, so applicants are encouraged to contact potential advisors prior to submitting their application.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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