You can either apply online, or by mailing a paper application. Follow this link for information on the application process.

Contact us if you have questions concerning the application process:
Dr. Sal Genovese
Marine Biology Graduate Program
Marine Science Center
Northeastern University
430 Nahant Road
Nahant, MA 01908
(781)581-7370 x 311
s.genovese@neu.edu

Help us Track Your Application:
Download and submit the Professional Masters in Marine Biology tracking form.

Application Requirements

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Applicants must have graduated with a baccalaureate degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, or other related discipline, from an accredited four-year college or university. You must have completed one year of introductory biology and two additional biology electives (an Ecology course is highly recommended). Original transcripts of all academic work are required.

Recommendations
Applicants must submit three letters of reference.

GRE Exam
Applicants for admission to the Professional Masters in Marine Biology program must submit general GRE scores. The institution code for Northeastern University is 3682 and the department code for Marine Biology is 0211. Submission of the subject GRE score is not necessary.

DCF Form (International Applicants)
If you are admitted into this program, the Declaration and Certification of Finances (DCF) form must be completed and submitted before you can matriculate into the program.

TOEFL or IELTS Exams
Applicants from non-English speaking countries must attain a TOEFL score of at least 250 on a computer-based test (600 on paper-based) or an IELTS score of 6.5 to be considered for admission. The TOEFL institution code is 3682 and the department code is 30.