University of Texas Marine Science Institute
| Established | 1941 |
|---|---|
| Research type | Marine Sciences |
| Director | Edward J Buskey |
| Faculty | 15 |
| Students | 35 |
| Location | Port Aransas, Texas, United States 27°50′N 97°03′W / 27.84°N 97.05°W |
| Website | utmsi |
The University of Texas Marine Science Institute (UTMSI) is part of the University of Texas at Austin but is located in Port Aransas, Texas. Founded in 1941, UTMSI has 15 faculty members and 21 students. Notable alumni include Nancy Rabalais. Facilities on the main campus include wet and dry lab space, a wildlife rehabilitation "keep", dormitories, boat storage, and offices. UTMSI has received funding appropriated by the Texas State Legislature since 1971. In 2021, these funds totaled approximately $4.5 million.