About Marine Fisheries in Texas A&M University
Marine Fisheries provides educational opportunities in the biological sciences, with emphasis of marine management. Ecology, taxonomy, zoogeography, culture, and general biology of commercial species are emphasized. Course offerings are structured to provide not only a strong basis of formal academic instruction but also considerable hands-on field and collection experience by taking advantage of the coastal location of the University. A strong preparation in the sciences is recommended.
Marine Fisheries graduates are prepared to work as fisheries managers or research biologists for state and federal agencies, ecological consulting firms, and educational institutions. Qualified degree recipients may undertake postgraduate studies in resource management, mariculture, systematics, seafood technology, and fisheries economics.
Academic qualification equivalents
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To be considered official: Your transcript(s) must have an original signature of a school official (Registrar, Principal, Controller of Examinations or the Ministry of Education) or an original school seal.
All foreign transcripts must include an English translation or credential evaluation prepared by a recognized service and include all original seals and/or signatures.
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Submit an official high school/secondary transcript. If you are in the final year when you apply, an official transcript showing at least three years of completed coursework and in-progress coursework must be received by the deadline.
English language requirements
- TOEFL : Minimum TOEFL i-BT score of 80
- IELTS : Minimum IELTS Academic test score of 6.0 overall band (Texas A&M University does not accept the IELTS General test)
- PTE Academic Test: 55
Texas A&M University Highlights
| Type of institution |
Public |
| Application Portal |
Undergraduate:- applyTexas.org or coalition application
Graduate:- online |
| Acceptance rate |
70% |
| Test scores accepted |
SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT |
| English test scores accepted |
TOEFL/ PTE/ IELTS |
| Academic calendar |
Semester based |
| Intake session |
Fall and spring |
| Work experience |
Required for graduate programs |
| Financial aid |
Loans, Scholarships, and grants |
Texas A&M University Cost of Attendance
The following is an estimate of the cost of studying in the United States for overseas students:
| Cost Head |
Expenses in USD (Approximate) Academic year |
| Tuition Fees |
39,072 |
| Service Fees |
64 |
| Room and Board (on Campus) |
11,400 |
| Books and Supplies |
1,222 |
| Personal Expenses and Transportation |
6,792 |
| Total |
58,492 |
