School for Marine Science & Technology at UMass Dartmouth
Earn your advanced marine science degree.
UMass Dartmouth's School for Marine Science and Technology offers world-class marine science graduate programs designed to tackle today’s most pressing oceanographic challenges.
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Graduate degree options
Courses emphasize ocean technology, climate change, offshore wind development, & fisheries management and sustainability.
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Cooperative research
Pursue coastal research with some of the most highly regarded oceanographic institutions as well as government and industry organizations.
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Financial aid
We may be able to help finance your education. Before you apply, contact SMAST faculty to learn about assistantships, fellowships, and scholarships.
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SMAST graduates in professional positions
94%SMAST scientists, students, research, & staff
102SMAST undergraduate internships in 2022
25SMAST research grants awarded in FY22
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