The Kansas State University Scholarship is a prestigious funding opportunity designed for international students pursuing postgraduate studies in ecology and biology. This scholarship offers substantial financial support, including a stipend and coverage for tuition and healthcare.
🎓 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, species interactions
🏫 Facts About Kansas State University
- Located in Manhattan, Kansas
- Strong in agriculture and biology research
- Diverse student body from 50 states and 100+ countries
- Promotes innovation and entrepreneurship
Designation
Master’s and PhD Student Positions
Research Area
Grassland arthropod biodiversity, ecological functions, and species interactions, with field research conducted at the Konza Prairie Biological Station.
Location
Manhattan, Kansas, USA
Eligibility/Qualification
To be eligible for the Kansas State University Scholarship 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in ecology, biology, or a related field by the time of hire.
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for arthropod and/or grassland ecology.
- Exhibit 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 engage in cutting-edge research focusing on grassland arthropod biodiversity and ecological functions. The positions are aimed at students enthusiastic about hands-on research and willing to collaborate within a dynamic research team.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications as a single PDF file titled “yourlastname_gradap” to elwelti@ksu.edu with the subject line: “Arthropod Ecology graduate application.” The application should 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
- A Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Informal transcripts
- Contact information for three references.
Last Date for Apply
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis but must be submitted no later than June 15, 2025.
