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The College of Marine Sciences and Maritime Studies is the state’s premier marine and maritime destination, with internationally renowned faculty and programs tailored to your passion for the coast and sea. Located on Texas A&M’s island campus in a vibrant coastal community, you’ll have an ocean of possibilities at your doorstep.
Dive Into a Lifetime of Adventure
Whether above, below or on the water, you’ll find a second home with students who share your personal and career interests while getting a world-class education and unparalleled hands-on experiences.
There are multiple admissions pathways to attend the College of Marine Science and Maritime Studies as an undergraduate student.
Discover our uniquely-positioned graduate programs and learn about the admissions process.
Discover Where You Belong
We are located on Texas A&M’s Galveston Campus, a hub of marine, coastal and maritime excellence in the vibrant coastal community of Galveston, Texas. Here we have direct access to the Gulf of Mexico, Houston and Galveston ports, shipping lanes, estuaries, and coastlines, which serve as our natural laboratories for hands-on learning, training and research.
We offer more than ten undergraduate programs spanning marine science, engineering, business and logistics, transportation and liberal arts that make the most of our location with immersive experiences and rigorous classroom engagement. Four of our degree programs can be combined with a U.S. Coast Guard license through the Texas A&M Maritime Academy to expand your earnings and opportunities.
Our graduate programs explore the economic, social, political, and ecological aspects of our oceans and coasts, aiming to enhance understanding, stewardship, and sustainability of these vital resources. All graduate programs can be combined with a U.S. Coast Guard license through the Texas A&M Maritime Academy to support your career goals.
Discover new cultures, build a global network and enrich your education through over 400 education abroad programs.
Our seven departments are home to pioneers, researchers and educators at the top of their field. With a strong focus on immersive experiences, we are making a difference in real-world problems that impact marine wildlife and resources, coastal communities, maritime industries and urban infrastructure.
Supporting Your Success
Our talented advisors and academic coaching staff are here to empower you to achieve your academic goals. As part of the Galveston Campus Center for Academic Learning Support, they are your partner in exploring your interests and able to connect you with the support you need for academic success.
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We support the Texas A&M Maritime Academy, one of six state maritime academies in the nation, through our programs that combine an undergraduate or graduate degree with a U.S. Coast Guard license to serve as civilian officers on commercial ocean-going vessels or serve in the armed services. These licenses prepare graduates for research, industry and maritime service throughout the world. The academy also supports the U.S. Navy through leadership and training programs to prepare you for active or reserve duty.
U.S. Coast Guard License Programs
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