Bring your dream of studying in the United States to life by applying for the Virginia Tech University Scholarship 2026.
This opportunity provides a competitive annual stipend of $34,000, a tuition waiver, and full health insurance benefits. The scholarship is designed for talented international students pursuing a PhD in the United States.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Virginia Tech University
- Host Country: United States of America (USA)
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $34,000 Stipend per year | Tuition Waiver | Health Benefits
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: December 1, 2025
Scholarship Details
The Carey Lab, located in the Department of Biological Sciences at Virginia Tech, is offering a fully funded PhD position for August 2026. The lab focuses on research at the intersection of freshwater ecosystem science and data science, and is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated student to join their team.
The project involves active participation in field sampling as part of a long-term freshwater monitoring program, working alongside graduate and undergraduate students. In addition, the selected candidate will contribute to the development of water quality models and forecasts in collaboration with environmental managers and the public, with the goal of guiding decision-making for sustainable water resource management.
The Carey Lab provides an intellectually stimulating, collaborative, and supportive environment for students who are passionate about ecosystem research and data science.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Virginia Tech University Graduate Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized tertiary institution.
- Meet the admission requirements of Virginia Tech University and the specific graduate program.
- Meet the English language requirements of Virginia Tech University.
- Be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative research team.
- Have a strong interest in lake and reservoir water quality research.
- Possess research and scientific writing experience gained through academic or professional work.
- Be comfortable engaging with managers and the public as part of applied research.
- Be eager to expand quantitative and analytical skills.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful candidates will receive the following benefits under the Virginia Tech University Graduate Assistantship:
- Full tuition waiver
- Annual stipend of $34,000
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- A letter of inquiry outlining research interests and reasons for joining the Carey Lab
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or résumé
- Unofficial transcript(s)
- Contact information for three academic or professional references
How to Apply
To apply for the Virginia Tech University Scholarship 2026:
- Visit the program’s webpage via the official application link.
- Send an email letter of inquiry to Cayelan ([email protected]) including:
- An overview of your research interests
- A short statement of why you are interested in joining the Carey Lab
- Your CV or résumé
- An unofficial transcript
- Contact details of three references
- Applicants may also reach out directly to Cayelan with questions regarding the application process, graduate school at Virginia Tech, or potential research opportunities.
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