Kansas State University is offering an exciting scholarship opportunity for international students seeking postgraduate studies in the field of ecology and biology. The Kansas State University Scholarship 2025 provides funding through stipends, tuition support, and healthcare benefits for students engaging in research on grassland arthropod biodiversity and ecological functions.
🎓 Scholarship Benefits
- Stipend of $28,194/year, tuition support, university fees, and health insurance.
🌍 Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree in ecology, biology, or related field, strong communication and teamwork skills, valid driver’s license.
⏳ Application Deadline
- June 15, 2025 (rolling basis).
🔬 Research Focus
- Grassland arthropod biodiversity, ecological functions, and species interactions.
🏫 Facts About Kansas State University
- Located in Manhattan, Kansas, renowned for agriculture and biology programs.
- Strong research focus with opportunities for graduate students.
- The Welti Arthropod Ecology Lab explores grassland biodiversity.
- Diverse student body from all 50 states and 100+ countries.
- Emphasizes innovation and entrepreneurship.
- Scholarship supports graduate studies in ecology and biology.
- Competitive application process based on academic merit and research fit.
- Strong community engagement and field research opportunities in Manhattan.
Designation
MSc and PhD Student Positions in the Welti Arthropod Ecology Lab
Research Area
Grassland arthropod biodiversity, ecological functions, and species interactions.
Location
Manhattan, Kansas, USA
Eligibility/Qualifications
To be considered for the Kansas State University Scholarship 2025, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- 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 skills.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and be comfortable working outdoors in summer conditions.
- Be prepared for lab and field work, including arthropod sample processing.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in plant or arthropod fieldwork.
- Taxonomic identification skills.
- Familiarity with R and ecological statistics.
- Proven research experience.
Job Description
Selected candidates will join the Welti Arthropod Ecology Lab, engaging in field research at the nearby Konza Prairie Biological Station. Responsibilities include conducting research on grassland arthropod biodiversity, ecological functions, and species interactions, as well as participating in lab-based work.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should submit a single PDF file titled “yourlastname_gradap” to elwelti@ksu.edu with the subject line: “Arthropod Ecology graduate application.” The application must include:
- A brief personal statement (1-page max) outlining:
- Academic background
- Research experience
- Reasons for pursuing graduate school
- Interest in one or more proposed research topics
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Informal transcripts
- Contact information for three references
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and all submissions must be made no later than the deadline.
Last Date to Apply
June 15, 2025 (Rolling basis; early application is encouraged)
For more information, prospective applicants can refer to the Kansas State University scholarship page.
