With more than a century of exploration and discovery in global sciences, Scripps Institution of Oceanography is the world's preeminent center for ocean and earth research, teaching, and public education.

A graduate school of UC San Diego, Scripps's leadership in many scientific fields reflects its continuing commitment to excellence in research, modern facilities and ships, distinguished faculty, and outstanding students - and the horizons continue to expand. 

Scripps Oceanography is a world-renowned center of marine research with approximately 200 principal investigators leading research programs on all aspects of earth, ocean, and atmospheric sciences.