The Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) is a leading coastal and marine sciences research institute and state agency in Gloucester Point, VA. With over 500 faculty, staff, and students spread across three campus locations, VIMS is dedicated to conducting research and providing scientific advice to the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Offering world-class education in coastal and marine sciences through its Batten School, VIMS provides M.A., M.S., and Ph.D. programs to address pressing challenges in estuarine, coastal, and marine systems. Through outreach and education programs, VIMS engages with school groups, teachers, political leaders, and the public, reaching over 30,000 individuals annually to foster an informed citizenry prepared to address global change.