Contact Marinequest
MarineQuest Office
910/962.2640
Apply
Online MarineQuest Diving
By Phone: 910/962.3195
Program Information
What to Bring / Wear | PDF
MarineQuest Code of Conduct | PDF
Cancellation Policy | PDF
PADI Medical Statement | PDF
residential information
MarineQuest Airline Information
The MarineQuest staff is more than happy to pick-up and drop-off students at
Wilmington International Airport at no cost. An airline request form is required
(see above link for more details).
Residential FAQ's
• Linens are not provided - bring XL twin sheets, pillows, and blankets.
• Laundry facilities are available at no cost - bring detergent
• No electronic equipment (other than cell phones) is allowed.
• What to Bring/Wear | PDF
MarineQuest Scuba Diving Programs
Dive into the world beneath the sea with MarineQuest scuba diving programs! These programs have been designed for teens with a serious desire to earn, or expand on, a scuba certification while exploring marine science. We offered a variety of programs so whether you are already certified, or looking to start, MarineQuest's scuba diving programs are for you.
Click on each program name below for details and descriptions.
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Earn your PADI open water scuba certification while you explore the ocean’s amazing aquatic life, beautiful artificial reefs and historical ship wrecks. Learn how scuba can contribute to marine science. |
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Join MarineQuest and explore the ocean through a new lens as you become a certified PADI National Geographic diver! Learn how to to think, observe and document like a real marine scientist.
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MarineQuest Junior Scientific Diver Connect with the ocean like never before while you develop scuba diving skills that will have you well on your way towards becoming a scientific scuba diver. |
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Serious marine science enthusiasts will conduct lab and field based experimental research while earning their PADI open water or PADI advanced diver certification. |
Program Application & Registration
You must register by 5:00pm the Tuesday before your program is to begin.
Before completing your application, please review the Cancellation Policy | PDF and the expected MarineQuest Student Code of Conduct | PDF.
To apply for any of our diving programs, you must complete the MarineQuest Summer Program Application. Visit the information page for your chosen program to access its application.
Please Note: A completed application does not register you for your program. All applications will first be reviewed by the MarineQuest Staff and upon acceptance, you will receive an e-mail explaining the final step in the registration process.
Still have questions? Check out our FAQ
page.
• Note that prices, content, dates, and times are subject
to change without notice.
• Questions? Call 910.962.2640 or send an
e-mail to marinequest@uncw.edu.
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