Earlier this spring, William & Mary began action on the proposal for a marine science major. The university currently offers a marine science minor, but this new offering will expand the opportunities in both curriculum and research, and study-abroad opportunities.Even more exciting, this program will be the first public undergraduate marine science degree in Virginia!

In conjunction with William & Mary’s School of Marine Science and The Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS), this program proposes a marine science immersion semester at VIMS. This would allow for experiential learning through various research and internships during students’ junior year. While not officially approved yet, it is hoped to have the program introduced in the fall of 2025. This new major will be a stepping stone to increasing marine science offerings in higher education. 

Read more about it here: https://news.wm.edu/2024/05/03/wm-pursues-bachelors-in-marine-science/