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Bachelor of Science in Aquarium Science Shorelight Group - Western Oregon University Shorelight Group - Western Oregon University, USA

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USD 26434

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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48 months

Duration

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5.5

IELTS

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60

TOEFL

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67%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Coordinated with Oregon Coast Community College (OCCC), this program combines core biology, business and general education classes taken at Western Oregon University with aquarium science classes taken at OCCC in Newport. Graduates will be equipped with the skills to pursue careers as aquarists, aquatic biologists and keepers at businesses such as public zoos and aquariums, fish hatcheries, marine education centers, and state and federal natural resource agencies. Rewarding and impactful opportunities await, plus you get to scuba dive!

Learning outcomes

  • Maintain, analyze, diagnose and repair aquarium life support systems and their components.
  • Maintain healthy animals through proper set-up, monitoring and accepted animal husbandry practices.
  • Work within a group to conceptualize, plan, construct and manage environments that promote the health of fishes and invertebrates.
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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 14 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

    5.5 IELTS Score
    60 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    48 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    85 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    67% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    26434

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    12528 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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    Scholarships

    Merit Based Scholarship

    Scholarship Information

    Students meeting the 3.25 GPA or higher during their application process will be prompted to complete their scholarship application. Scholarships of $1000 for the first term of attendance will be awarded to those that meet all criteria which includes: registration of 6 credits or more, fully admitted into a degree-seeking program, not an employee of WOU (including GAs), and not receiving waivers or scholarships from their school district or another associated grant. Scholarships awarded based on fund availability and date of application submission.

    DEADLINES FOR SCHOLARSHIP:

    • Summer Term: May 1st
    • Fall Term: June 1st
    • Winter/Spring Term: November 1st

    Amount/ Range

    • UPTO  $1000

     

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