About Marine Biology in Northwest Missouri State University
Marine biology majors at Northwest study marine organisms and their ecology, habitat and interaction. Faculty focus on ecology, or the study of organisms and their habitats; diversity, in organisms; and adaptations of organisms and diatoms, or the unicellular life of oceans. Students also learn best practices for surveying marine organisms.
Northwest has an articulation agreement with the University of Southern Mississippi Oceanography program that provides students the opportunity to gain hands-on experiences by taking up to four courses in large water facilities.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have completed High School with a GPA of 3.0 (80%) or higher
English language requirements
- IELTS :5.5
- TOEFL IBT: 61
- PTE: 44
Northwest Missouri State University Highlights
| Type of University |
Public, Coed |
| Established Year |
1905 |
| Campus Setting |
Rural |
| Location |
Maryville, Missouri |
| Annual Endowment |
27.26 million USD |
| Percentage of International Students |
6% |
| Student-Faculty Ratio |
22:1 |
| Annual Acceptance Rate |
78% |
| Official website |
nwmissouri.edu |
Northwest Missouri State University Cost of Attendance
Undergraduate
| Item |
Cost |
| Tuition* |
12,527.48 |
| Fees |
3,829.00 |
| On-Campus Living Expenses(9 Months) |
9,022.00 |
| Health Insurance - approximate |
1,265.37 |
| Orientation and Student Service Fees |
300.00 |
| Estimated Undergraduate Cost |
USD 26,943.85 |
Graduate
| Item |
Cost |
| Tuition* |
5,940.00 |
| Fees |
2,667.60 |
| Living Expenses (9 months) |
5,400.00 |
| Health Insurance - approximate |
1,266.00 |
| Orientation and Student Service Fees |
225.00 |
| Estimated Graduate Cost |
USD 15,498.60 |
*Tuition fees are based on academic program irrespective of in-state or out-of-state residency
