If you agree with "North to the future", Alaska state's motto, then pursuing your post secondary education from an accredited college in Alaska may suit you well. Marine Biology schools in Alaska can help students gain the training and familiarity needed to successfully launch a career as a marine biologist. There are 4 marine biology colleges in Alaska for students to choose from. 20 students were reported to have graduated from marine biology programs in Alaska in the 2008-2009 school year.
| City | School | Programs Offered |
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| Marine Biology Schools in Anchorage |
Alaska Pacific University
4101 University Dr
Anchorage, AK, 99508 |
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| Marine Biology Schools in Fairbanks |
University of Alaska Fairbanks
215 Signers' Hall
Fairbanks, AK, 99775 |
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| Marine Biology Schools in Juneau |
University of Alaska Southeast
11120 Glacier Highway
Juneau, AK, 99801 |
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| Marine Biology Schools in Seward |
Alaska Vocational Technical Center
809 Second Avenue
Seward, AK, 99664 |
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| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | 50th Percentile | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile | Average |
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| Anchorage | $46,830.00 | $57,273.33 | $69,333.33 | $83,313.33 | $99,110.00 | $71,440.00 |
| Fairbanks | $46,580.00 | $52,460.00 | $62,830.00 | $71,090.00 | $79,920.00 | $62,530.00 |
| Juneau | $51,545.00 | $59,205.00 | $68,470.00 | $78,020.00 | $88,395.00 | $69,230.00 |
| Seward | $42,680.00 | $59,110.00 | $70,185.00 | $85,360.00 | $91,730.00 | $69,835.00 |
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| Biological Scientist |
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I think it is important for students to acknowledge that a PhD program is a big investment on their part, but that investment should go both ways. Make sure the school and program are willing to make an equal investment in you.Read Full Interview
