Marine biology is the study of the world’s marine environments.
Marine ecosystems cover more than 70% of the Earth’s surface and provide a fascinating diversity of animals and plants for exploration and study.Marine biologists study all types of sea life ranging from large ocean animals to microscopic organisms. Your B.S. in Marine Biology will provide you with a strong foundation in biology as you explore the vast diversity of marine species. You will apply your understanding of marine communities to global challenges, such as climate change and sustainable use of natural resources.
Top Reasons
Original Research
Beyond coursework, marine biology students work with marine biology faculty on independent studies, research projects, off-campus expeditions, scientific conferences, and other activities.
Outdoor Learning
Florida Southern’s campus is located on the shores of Lake Hollingsworth, which means all marine biology courses have a strong outdoor component where you’ll be in the field observing and collecting data.
Central Florida Location
Since campus is within driving distance to the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, you’ll have ample opportunities for research, hands-on learning, and field studies in a variety of coastal ecosystems.
Marine Science Symposium
Each year we sponsor a Marine Science Symposium, bringing students and faculty from Florida universities together to share their research. Past keynote speakers have included Jean-Michel Cousteau and Jeff Corwin.
Prepare For Grad School
Side by side with your professors, you'll tag sharks, identify invasive species and study the life cycle of parasites. Gain invaluable experiences that will make you a top candidate for graduate programs. FSC graduates have seamlessly transitioned to top programs at Duke, UC Santa Barbara, and Hawaii Pacific University.
Study Abroad
Expand your horizons through immersive travel experiences to Coast Rica, Jamaica, and the Bahamas, where you’ll study diverse marine ecosystems and global conservation efforts.
Meet Our Mocs
Gretchen Faraci
Malique Bowen
Nyssa Henderson
Engaged Learning. Undergraduate Research.
Featured Faculty
Gabriel Langford
Clubs And More
Related Programs
Program Details
AVAILABLE IN:
BS
Admission Requirements
First-Years
All freshman applicants to Florida Southern Colleges full-time degree programs must submit the following information:
- A completed application form
- An official high school transcript
- SAT and/or ACT scores (unless applying Test-Optional)
- Academic recommendation
Transfers
Applying to Florida Southern as a transfer student is easy.
- A completed application form
- Personal statement
- All official college transcripts
- Social standing form
If transferring less than 24 credits, we also need your:
- Official high school transcript
- SAT and/or ACT scores
Internationals
Program Contact
Gabriel Langford, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology
George W. Truitt Chair in the Sciences
Berry Citrus Science - C305
863.680.4318
863.680.3970
