University of Maine is currently inviting applications from international students for fully funded graduate assistantship opportunities in the United States.
The University of Maine Scholarships provide full tuition support, health insurance coverage, and annual living stipends of up to $31,333 for successful MSc and PhD candidates throughout the duration of their studies.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United States of America (USA)
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $31,333 Annual Stipend | Health Insurance
- Deadline: June 30, 2026
Scholarship Details
The School of Forest Resources at the University of Maine is seeking applications for a funded Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA) at the MSc and PhD levels.
The research opportunity focuses on optimizing forest biomass supply chains while integrating economic, ecological, and social sustainability considerations. The assistantship is funded through a grant provided by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture and aims to evaluate the opportunities and limitations associated with advanced forest products across the Northeastern United States.
Selected candidates will participate in economic analysis and ecological modelling projects intended to generate evidence-based policy recommendations that support the adoption of innovative technologies and sustainable materials derived from woody biomass in the region.
The preferred start date for the program is Fall 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the University of Maine Scholarships, applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in:
- Forestry
- Economics
- Statistics
- Environmental Science
- Social Science
- Or any quantitatively focused discipline related to natural resource management
- Have:
- A strong academic record and high GPA
- Strong GRE scores
- Excellent scientific writing and communication skills
- Demonstrate experience in:
- Statistical analysis
- GIS
- Programming
- Show:
- Strong quantitative analysis abilities
- Ability to work independently
- Research interest and motivation
- Evidence of academic excellence and scholastic achievement
- Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the University of Maine Scholarships will receive:
- Full tuition waiver
- Annual stipend of:
- $28,000 per year for MSc candidates
- $31,333 per year for PhD candidates
- 65% health insurance coverage
- 50% dental insurance coverage
- Office space and operational support
- Laptop access
- Travel funding support
- Out-of-state tuition waiver
Program Duration
- MSc candidates will receive 2 years of funding
- PhD candidates will receive 3 years of funding
- The assistantship includes a 20-hour-per-week research commitment
How to Apply
To apply for the University of Maine Scholarships 2026:
- Visit the official program webpage
- Complete the application through the provided Google Form
- Submit all required information and documents before the deadline
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