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MarineQuest

MarineQuest MarineQuest

Welcome to MarineQuest!

For 45 years, UNCW MarineQuest has provided enriching academic opportunities for the preK-12 community to explore, discover and value our marine habitats and encourage them to develop into environmentally responsible adults.

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2026 Blue Heron Bowl

The Blue Heron Bowl is back and will be held in February of 2026! Learn more about how you can get involved.

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Discover Academic Year Programs

MarineQuest doesn't stop when the academic school starts. Stay connected with MarineQuest all year long by attending one of our academic year programs.

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Request a Field Trip Program

Whether we bring the lab experience to your classroom, learn together at UNCW's Center for Marine Science Lab, or journey to the marshes for field research, our School Programs offer students the chance to study a variety of Marine Science curriculums.

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^“ My experience with MarineQuest Summer Camp further confirmed my desire and interest to pursue a career in marine biology. My time at UNCW was a positive and memorable one and I hope to enroll as a college student once I graduate from high school. ^”

Kendra Student

Give to MarineQuest

Your gift will provide a student with an opportunity to explore and discover marine ecosystems. Without your support scholarship recipients would not be afforded this experience.

Contact Us

MarineQuest

Phone: 910.962.2640

marinequest@uncw.edu

Main Office: 626 MacMillan Ave.
MarineQuest Lab: Center for Marine Science, 5600 Marvin K. Moss Lane

Registration Office:
Phone: 910.962.2939

Office Hours:
Monday - Friday,
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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