Acadia Institute of Oceanography: Intermediate Program Recently Updated

The Acadia Institute of Oceanography offers a two week Intermediate program for students in grades 6-8. The Intermediate sessions are a chance for students to explore their academic interest in Oceanography on the shores of Mount Desert Island.

The Intermediate sessions are designed for students age 12–14 and present a solid natural history approach to Oceanography while introducing students to basic marine concepts and laboratory procedures. Many students who attend an Intermediate session enjoy returning in future years for an Advanced session.

Students attending AIO should be prepared for an academic environment that includes classroom lectures and seminars, field studies, laboratory work, as well as individual and group assignments. 

Each evening our staff or visiting speakers present special lectures that provide background information for the field activities, and seminars about topics in Oceanography are offered daily before dinner. There are also optional morning lessons in laboratory techniques. All students will collect for and maintain a saltwater aquarium.