Marine Biology Degree

The marine biology degree program at Oregon Coast Community College prepares students seeking a future in the field of biology pertaining to marine life, such as a marine mammalogist, ichthyologist, fishery biologist, and more. The marine biology degree program offers students a look at the ecology and behavior of microbes, plants, and animals that inhabit marine waters. Course instruction focuses on chemical, physical, and geological oceanography, marine paleoecology, ichthyology, as well as molecular, cellular, and biochemical studies of specific species, phyla, habitats, and ecosystems. Get more details below including other Arizona colleges that offer marine biology degrees.

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Oregon Coast Community College

19555 N 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ

If you are in need of an institution that will allow you to broaden your horizons through earning an associate degree, completing the first two years of a bachelor’s degree or are simply looking to complete courses to help you become gainfully employed, Oregon Coast Community College (OCCC) may be the right school for you.

OCCC is an institution for all ages and serves recent high school graduates, working individuals, and even retirees in three major locations; Newport, Lincoln City and Waldport along with other campuses scattered across the county. The OCCC community is one that supports diversity and offers a wide range of courses to facilitate its students.

With a population of over 1,500 students per year, the Oregon Coast Community College offers both credit and noncredit classes on either a full time or part time basis.

At OCCC, students who wish to transfer to a four year college are expected to complete the Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) and the Oregon Transfer Module (OTM) degrees.   For students who wish to complete a baccalaureate in the area of business, there is The Associates of Science Oregon Transfer/Business (ASOT/Business) degree.

Upon completion of this degree program, students are able to register at Oregon’s Public University as juniors. It is good to note however, that completing this program does not mean immediate admissions to the business baccalaureate program of your choice.

Oregon Coast Community College extends its services by providing continuing education to the community. Courses are offered both online and in an interactive class setting. You may visit the school’s website at http://www.oregoncoastcc.org to learn all they have to offer.

Students Enrolled in the Marine Biology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Oregon Coast Community College has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 450
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $119820

Molecular and Cellular Biologists

Description

Research and study cellular molecules and organelles to understand cell function and organization.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).