O.C.E.A.N.S. (Ocean Career Exploration and Nautical Sciences)

UNCW MarineQuest

Program overview

High school students interested in marine science careers, oceanography, marine biology, coastal water quality, biochemistry, engineering, molecular biology, and oceanographic research.

Eligibility

Must complete 9th grade and turn 15 by the start of the program.

Key details

Organization
UNCW MarineQuest
Type
Summer enrichment program
Location
UNCW Campus - Loggerhead Hall Check-in, Wilmington, NC
Format
in-person
Eligible grades
Completed 9th grade or above
Application deadline
You must register two weeks prior to the start of the program.
Cost
Academic Fee: $1,465; Overnight Fee: $2,000 (includes weekend); Total: $3,465 (2025 pricing; 2026 pricing coming soon)
Time commitment
2 weeks, Sunday-Friday including weekend; overnight.
Application status
Applications available

How to apply

Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.

Official program page