Many NOSB® participants are interested in continuing their studies in the ocean and coastal sciences after high school and eventually pursuing a career in ocean/coastal studies. However, sometimes the search for the right college or advice on finding a career related to the oceans can be challenging. Options will vary depending on the area of study and the financial demands of individual programs. Because there exists a wide variety of career opportunities within the ocean and coastal sciences, it is important to keep your options open and the best way to accomplish this is to avoid specializing too early.
Most careers in marine science require an undergraduate degree in science, but the specialization and focus takes place in graduate school. In order to help you assist your student in making the sometimes difficult decision regarding post-secondary education, we have listed links to various sites that provide information on identifying colleges that are a good match for your students' long-term goals, information about scholarships or internships, and what kinds of careers are available in marine science, and where you can find information on them. Deciding on the best path to your future can be a difficult decision, so learning about the wide variety of ocean and marine science undergraduate and graduate programs and numerous career opportunities can provide the tools to make an informed decision about how to take that next step.
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