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Well I have two suggestions for you and your son. I would recommend the community college for a semester or two to see if he can be successful. A community college is much more reasonable financially and size-wise...plus your son can start on his general education requirements which he needs wherever he goes or whatever he does. If he decides Marine Biology is for him, Southeast Missouri State has a major in that so after he gets his Associates Degree, he could transfer to Southeast and continue on. Best of luck to you both! Mary Jo
credit unions and big employers often offer scholarships to children and grandchildren of members/employees. There are several good publications at the local libraries that list scholarships and who they are available to. Network with folks you know to find out about other scholarship opportunities.
Even though you don't see Marine Biologist "Help Wanted" signs all over town does not mean they are non existent. I would think this is one of those occupations where networking is key to finding a job.