The University of North Texas (UNT) is inviting applications from qualified international students for a fully funded Graduate Research Assistantship beginning in Summer or Fall 2027.
The University of North Texas Graduate Research Assistantship provides full tuition coverage, a $28,320 annual living stipend, and health insurance for selected Master’s and PhD students conducting research in biological sciences.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University of North Texas (UNT)
- Host Country: United States
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $28,320 Annual Stipend | Health Insurance
- IELTS Requirement: No IELTS Required
- Deadline: September 30, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Lichtenberg Lab at the University of North Texas is offering a funded Master’s (MS) and PhD Graduate Research Assistantship under a USDA-funded research project exploring how ranch management practices influence pollinator, plant, and soil microbe biodiversity. The successful candidate will focus primarily on pollinator ecology and participate in field research conducted across ranches in North Texas.
Research responsibilities include collecting field data, identifying insect species, and analyzing long-term ecological datasets. The assistantship provides comprehensive financial support throughout the programme, enabling students to pursue advanced research while working alongside experts in community ecology, behavioural ecology, plant-animal interactions, pollinator foraging, and insect biodiversity.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the University of North Texas Graduate Research Assistantship, applicants must:
- Hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.
- Meet the admission requirements of the Department of Biological Sciences.
- Satisfy the English language requirements of the University of North Texas.
- Possess strong writing and communication skills.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the University of North Texas Graduate Research Assistantship will receive:
- Full tuition scholarship
- $28,320 annual living stipend
- Semester and summer salary
- Health insurance for PhD students
- Health Assistance Scholarship for Master’s students
- Opportunity to participate in a USDA-funded research project
- Hands-on field and laboratory research experience
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Unofficial academic transcripts
- A brief statement describing the degree you are seeking and the research questions or topics you are interested in
How to Apply
To apply for the University of North Texas Graduate Research Assistantship:
- Prepare all the required application documents.
- Send your application materials to Dr. Elinor Lichtenberg via email at [email protected].
- Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline.
- Kindly wait for feedback.
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