The Marine Oceanographic Academy Prep Program (MOA Prep) is a specifically directed program of preparatory studies for a limited cohort of grade 6-8 students who have been selected for potential transition to the upper level Marine and Oceanographic Academy of Harbor Branch at Florida Atlantic University. MOA Prep is a district middle school attractor program. It is offered to students in St. Lucie County who demonstrate an aptitude in science and academic ability by scoring high on standardized tests and maintaining a high standard of behavior in school.