Hello! I'm quite passionate about marine biology and I'm looking for colleges in Virginia that offer a good program in this field. Any suggestions?
Absolutely! Virginia is a great state for marine biology, primarily due to its coastal location.
There's the College of William & Mary, which is known for its Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS). It offers an undergraduate Major in Marine Science through its Department of Biology, which provides rigorous training in the biological, physical and social aspects of marine science.
Another option is Old Dominion University, which has a Multidisciplinary Degree Program in Ocean and Earth Sciences. It offers a variety of concentrations, and Marine Biology is among them.
University of Virginia doesn’t exactly have a marine biology program, but they do offer a biology major with ecology and environmental biology concentration which covers several marine-related courses. However, it's not as specialized as the others mentioned.
Remember, in addition to the program specifics, it's important to also consider factors like school size, cost, location, internship opportunities, and overall fit when making your college decision.
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