Kansas State University, USA, is offering a fully funded scholarship opportunity for international students pursuing Master’s or PhD degrees in the fields of Agriculture and Biology.
The scholarship offers a competitive stipend of $28,194 per year, alongside full tuition support, university fees, and health insurance coverage.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United States of America (USA)
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $28,194 Annual Stipend | Tuition Support | Healthcare
- Deadline: June 15, 2025
Scholarship Details
The scholarship is offered through the Welti Arthropod Ecology Lab in the Department of Agriculture and Biology at Kansas State University, located in Manhattan, Kansas, USA.
Funded Master’s and PhD positions are available starting January 2026. Successful candidates will engage in cutting-edge field research focused on grassland arthropod biodiversity, ecological functions, and species interactions. The research will take place primarily at the Konza Prairie Biological Station, a renowned site for ecological studies.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in ecology, biology, or a related field by the time of hire
- Be enthusiastic about arthropod and/or grassland ecology
- Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Hold a valid driver’s license and be comfortable working outdoors in hot summer conditions
- Be willing to participate in both lab and field work, including processing arthropod samples
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in plant or arthropod fieldwork
- Taxonomic identification skills
- Familiarity with R programming and ecological statistics
- Previous research experience
Scholarship Benefits
Selected Master’s and PhD students will receive:
- $28,194 per year stipend
- Full tuition support
- Coverage of university fees
- Comprehensive health insurance
How to Apply
To apply for the Kansas State University Scholarship, interested and qualified applicants should:
- Prepare a single PDF file titled
yourlastname_gradap - Email it to [email protected]
- Use the subject line: “Arthropod Ecology graduate application”
- Your application must include:
- A 1-page personal statement covering:
- Academic background
- Research experience
- Motivation for pursuing graduate studies
- Interest in specific research topics
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Unofficial academic transcripts
- Contact information for three references
- A 1-page personal statement covering:
Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and must be submitted no later than June 15, 2025. Early applications are encouraged.
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