School Handbook for Scholars
Welcome to Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO), a prestigious oceanographic research institution within UC San Diego, focusing on interdisciplinary marine sciences. This guide is designed to provide an overview of the academic, financial, and resource-related requirements and procedures for graduate students at SIO.
Academic Requirements and Procedures
Graduate degrees offered at SIO include MS and PhD in Marine Biology, Marine Biodiversity and Conservation, and other related ocean sciences disciplines. To be admitted, a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Zoology, or a related life science field is typically required.
Collaborating closely with faculty mentors whose research aligns with your interests is essential, particularly for admission and research planning. Programs at SIO emphasize both coursework and original research culminating in a thesis or dissertation.
Financial Requirements and Procedures
Financial support at SIO is primarily through research assistantships, fellowships, or grants managed by Principal Investigators (faculty). Postdoctoral scholars receive a base stipend of around $74,000 annually, plus benefits and research allowance, providing a glimpse into funding standards.
Graduate students are expected to manage grant budgets under guidance, with an understanding of sponsored research financial management as per university standards. Compliance with financial regulations is necessary, particularly when managing expenditures consistent with sponsor (federal or private) regulations.
The university provides health insurance options through UC San Diego for graduate students funded through institutional support.
Resource-Related Requirements and Procedures
Scripps' location adjacent to diverse marine habitats offers access to extensive marine science facilities and field opportunities. Graduate students are expected to engage with research programs and utilize SIO's infrastructure and faculty expertise.
Coordination with faculty and program administrators is necessary for resource allocation, project proposals, and possible community engagement or academic dissemination efforts.
Other Important Information
In addition to the above, Scripps graduate students have access to computer labs for academic work, printers and poster printers (plotters) for academic projects, Course Reserves for course materials, and Pier facilities for research purposes.
Students are encouraged to seek help and advice from various resources, including Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), the Office for Students with Disabilities, and the Registrar's Office for academic records and registration.
Scripps graduate students can also participate in Staff Council Committees for decision-making, join mailing lists (List Servers) for communication purposes, and visit Birch Aquarium for educational and recreational purposes.
For personal safety, students can request a Safety Escort, and for furniture or office problems within the facilities, they can report these issues. Students can also seek support from GSA, for Student Parents, and for career planning services.
Applicants are advised to contact potential SIO mentors before application to align interests. Compliance with university research administration and financial policies is required, and students should demonstrate academic excellence and research alignment with marine sciences, which also relates to funding eligibility.
Lastly, students are encouraged to inform the Graduate Office if they find anything missing in the guide. For the most detailed and up-to-date procedural requirements, prospective and current students should consult SIO's graduate program offices and UC San Diego research administration directly.
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Investigate climate science and marine biology through the various graduate programs at SIO, such as MS and PhD in Marine Biology or Marine Biodiversity and Conservation. Additionally, explore education and self-development opportunities in online learning environments for a comprehensive understanding of ocean sciences.
Fund your studies at SIO by securing research assistantships, fellowships, or grants managed by faculty, allowing you to experience a standard base stipend of around $74,000 annually for postdoctoral scholars. Take advantage of the university's resources for academic, financial, and research management support.
