Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Contact Information
Website	http://scrippseducation.ucsd.edu
Email	siodept@sio.ucsd.edu
Campus Office	22 OSB
Phone	(858) 534-3206
Fax	(858) 534-7889
Mailing Address	Scripps Institution of Oceanography University of California, San Diego 9500 Gilman Drive, mail code 0208 La Jolla, CA 92093-0208 For UPS or FedEx deliveries: Old Scripps Building Room 22 8630 Kennel Way La Jolla, Ca 92037

Basic Admissions Information
Visit the department website for specific admissions requirements.
Admissions Term	Fall quarter admission only
GRE General Test	GRE general test required
GRE Subject Test	Applicants to the Ocean Biosciences Program only should take one GRE subject test of their choice. All other applicants need not submit a subject test.
TOEFL or IELTS Exam	The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is required for international applicants whose native language is not English and who have not studied full-time for one uninterrupted academic year at a university-level institution in which English is the language of instruction and in a country where English is a dominant language.
Letters of Recommendation	3; no more than 5 accepted. UCSD online letter of recommendation template is recommended over paper letters.
Statement of Purpose Requirements	1 to 2 pages typed, single spaced 10 point font (2500 word limit); Additional information.
Specific Program Requirements	Earth Sciences BS/MS applications ONLY: Your application will NOT be considered unless a Pre-Application has been approved by Earth Sciences. No pre-application is required for Ph.D. applicants.

Degrees and Majors
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