Applications are now open for the 2026 Kentucky State University Scholarship for international students seeking to pursue a Master’s degree in the United States.
The Kentucky State University Graduate Assistantship offers selected candidates the opportunity to study and conduct research at the university while receiving financial support. Successful applicants will benefit from a tuition grant and an annual stipend of $30,000 through a research assistantship position.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United States
- Host Institution: Kentucky State University (KYSU)
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $30,000 Annual Stipend
- IELTS Requirement: No IELTS Required
- Deadline: August 1, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Kentucky State University School of Aquaculture and Aquatic Science (SAAS) is inviting applications for a Master of Science (M.S.) graduate research assistantship scheduled to commence in Fall 2026. The selected student will join the research team in Dr. Patrick Erbland’s laboratory and participate in an innovative project focused on aquaculture technology.
The research will involve observing fish behavior to estimate appetite levels and designing a prototype feeding system capable of automatically dispensing food based on those estimates. The project will utilize affordable sensing technologies such as video, audio, and motion-based systems to improve feeding efficiency in aquaculture operations.
In addition to conducting research, the successful candidate will be required to satisfy all graduate school requirements at Kentucky State University and contribute to other activities within the School of Aquaculture and Aquatic Science.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Kentucky State University Graduate Assistantship, applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in:
- Engineering
- Biology
- Or a related field
- Possess a valid U.S. driver’s license
- Be willing to work long hours, including some weekends and holidays
- Be able to work under challenging field conditions such as:
- Heat
- Cold
- Humidity
- Rain
- Insect exposure
- Demonstrate the ability to follow research protocols and pay close attention to detail
- Have strong organizational and time-management skills
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Have experience conducting aquaculture-related field and laboratory research
- Have experience designing and building prototype equipment
- Demonstrate proficiency in programming languages such as Python
- Be able to work independently and collaboratively with research teams
- Show a commitment to publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals
- Have a strong interest in aquaculture research
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Kentucky State University Scholarship 2026 will receive:
- An annual stipend of $30,000
- Tuition grant support
- Opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research
- Access to research facilities and mentorship
- Hands-on experience in aquaculture technology development
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Application form
- Cover letter describing professional interests (maximum one page)
- Updated resume or CV
- Unofficial transcripts from previous college-level studies
- Contact information for three professional references
How to Apply
To apply for the Kentucky State University Scholarship 2026:
- Prepare all required application documents
- Send the documents via email to Dr. Patrick Erbland
- Use “Smart Feeder MS Application” as the email subject line
- Submit your application before the deadline
- Wait for feedback from the selection committee
Applications will remain open until the position is filled.
Review of applications will begin on June 15, 2026, while the expected start date is August 2026, subject to successful project funding.
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