Stockton's Marine Science (MARS) program encompasses two general areas of study: Marine Biology and Oceanography. The program is interdisciplinary and requires student competence in several areas of science. A number of field and laboratory courses, seminars, independent studies, internships, and research opportunities which emphasize experiential learning are offered.

Stockton University is one of only a few undergraduate institutions in the U.S. that offers a degree program in Marine Science with a dedicated, easily accessible field facility (Stockton Marine Field Station).  Students have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty to design and implement research projects.  Students are  encouraged to present results at the NAMS Undergraduate Research Symposium and regional conferences. 

Marine Science Program Highlights

Curriculum Worksheets

• Marine Science, BA – Marine Biology Concentration
• Marine Science, BA – Oceanography Concentration
• Marine Science, BA - Education Concentration
• Marine Science, BS – Marine Biology Concentration
• Marine Science, BS – Oceanography Concentration 

Minor in Marine Science

Program Features

• Small, field-oriented course sections taught primarily by full-time faculty (not by graduate assistants). 
• A dedicated, easily accessible Marine Field Station focused on undergraduate education and research.
• Every student is assigned a faculty member in the program as their academic advisor (preceptor).
• Numerous field-related volunteer, internship, employment opportunities in the area.
• The Environmental Studies and Marine Science programs were selected by Peterson's Guides and the Alliance for Environmental Education for inclusion in Education for the Earth: A Guide to Top Environmental Studies Programs.

Additional Information

Alumni Highlights

Alumni Success

As a student, I was involved in the mapping of the Robert. J. Walker through the New Jersey Benthic Studies class taught by Dr. Peter Straub (now Dean Peter Straub). I was one of three students on the project, and was able to get amazing experience working with the ROV and multibeam. Read Chelsea's Whole Story

Chelsea Shields

B.S. Marine Science '15

I only just graduated from Stockton University in August 2014, but I have already used my degree to pursue incredible adventures, like scuba diving off Puerto Rico and working with crime investigation on Discovery Channel." Read Jamie's Whole Story

Jamie Taylor

B.S. Marine Biology, '14

Studying Marine Science at Stockton was an incredible experience and led me to ultimately become a high school Biology teacher and Teacher Leader for the school's science department." Read Diane's Whole Story

Diane Moran-Gitler

B.S. Marine Science '93

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The Marine Science Program offers a number of opportunities for students to get involved in various areas of interest outside of the classroom. These include student-organized clubs, as well as student chapters of established professional societies.

Learn more about the MARS program ELO's.  These essential learning outcomes guide all Stockton University students from first-year through graduation to the intellectual and marketable talents needed to prepare for personal and professional success in the 21st century.

Program Recognition:

Inclusion in Education for the Earth: A Guide to Top Environmental Studies Programs