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Marine Biological Laboratory

Also known as: MBL

Private Nonprofit school in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, United States of America

Founded in 1888, MBL has become an international center for research and education in the biological and environmental sciences, hosting over 500 visiting scientists and 550 students annually. Affiliated with the University of Chicago since 2013, the laboratory has been associated with 63 Nobel Prize winners and numerous members of national academies. Its facilities include specialized research centers such as the Josephine Bay Paul Center for comparative molecular biology and the National Xenopus Resource, as well as shared resources with the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. MBL offers summer and advanced training courses in disciplines ranging from embryology to ecology and neurobiology, fostering a collaborative environment for scientific breakthroughs.

research institution

marine biology

environmental science

nonprofit

SAT Scores are not accepted

This university does not accept SAT Scores.

As a graduate- and professional-level research and training institution, MBL does not consider SAT or ACT scores in its application process, focusing instead on academic credentials and research experience.

Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.

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