Microscopy includes sophisticated epifluoresence and image analysis. These facilities are not only available to undergraduates, but are incorporated into the program curriculum. Shannon Point is also well-equipped with boats and field collecting gear. These resources will be heavily used in the program to satisfy its field-intensive components. Students will be housed in Shannon Point's modern, new housing facility.
Rooms are double-occupancy arranged in suites of two with shared bathroom facilities.
A large Commons Building, located adjacent to the housing facility, is available for food preparation and recreation. Kitchen facilities are available in the Commons Building and transportation to the nearby town of Anacortes will be provided for purchase of food and personal supplies. To be eligible for the program, students must be matriculated in an accredited four-year institution of higher learning and be pursuing a baccalaureate degree in an appropriate major in one of the life or physical sciences. The program is designed for students of junior or senior standing, but exceptional underclasspersons will be considered, if they have the proper prerequisite courses. Prerequisite courses include introductory biology, chemistry, and college math.