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The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) - Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) Joint Program in Oceanography/Applied Ocean Science and Engineering is a five-year doctoral degree program. The combined strengths of MIT and WHOI provide research and educational opportunities in scientific and engineering disciplines that contribute to ocean science. Many students carry out interdisciplinary research. Only U.S. Naval Officers are admitted to the Joint Program for a master's degree.
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The online application is open for 2021 enrollment. GRE scores will not be required or considered for the 2021 admissions cycle.
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For prospective students, COVID-19 impacts on the application process are available on the FAQs webpage.
For current students, please review both MIT and WHOI COVID-19 guidelines and updates.
