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Eligibility

The program is designed for college juniors, but is open to qualified sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Students from all science disciplines with an interest in the ocean and that meet the criteria are encouraged to apply.

To be eligible for this program, you must have:

• completed three lab science courses
• completed a semester each of chemistry, biology, and precalculus/calculus

Not sure if you meet the criteria? Email us at seachange@bigelow.org to discuss!

Application Timeline: There is no deadline for applying to the Sea Change program. However, we limit this program to 12 students and review applications as we receive them. We recommend applying early!

Financial aid, like student acceptance into the program, is decided on a rolling basis. Students who complete their application by December 15 will have full consideration for financial aid.

To Apply

Interested in joining us for Fall 2025? Applying is free and involves completing a short online form and submitting 2 references. You can apply at the link below. Email seachange@bigelow.org with any questions, we're happy to help!

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We look forward to hearing from you!