Hydrographic Science > Admissions

Hydrographic Science

 

Prerequisites

To apply for the Hydrographic Science Master's Program, you must meet the following prerequisites:

  • MATHEMATICS
    Single Variable Calculus, Multi-variable Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Probability and Statistics
  • PHYSICS
    Mechanics, Electricity, Wave Motions
  • COMPUTING
    Computer fundamentals, Practical skills in common application software, Basic programming, Fundamental knowledge of Geographic Information Systems and databases.

 

Financial Assistance

It is possible to be considered for a teaching or research assistantship for entering non- sponsored students. At the present time, all assistantships include a full tuition waiver. If seeking an assistantship, your application materials must be received by the end of February for Fall semester admission. Assistantships will not be considered for students completing the program in one year.

 

International Military

Send requests to attend the program to the Office of Defense Cooperation (ODC) located in your home country. In those countries where there is no ODC, the request for attendance should be directed to the U.S. Naval Attaché at the U.S. Embassy. The program is listed in the Military Articles and Service Listing (MASL) under the title International Hydrographic Science Applications Program, MASL number P-169265. Additional information about the program can be obtained by contacting: Commanding Officer, Fleet Survey Team, ATTN: IHSAP Director, Training Division, Stennis Space Center, MS 39529. TEL: (228) 689-8688, FAX: (228) 689-8449.