The Texas Tech University Masters Scholarship offers a fully funded graduate research opportunity for students worldwide, including full tuition remission, a $19,000 annual stipend, and generous benefits for pursuing a master’s degree in related fields.
- 🎓 Fully Funded Opportunity: Texas Tech University Masters Scholarship covers full tuition remission, $19,000 annual stipend, and additional benefits.
- 🌎 Global Eligibility: Open to students worldwide with a bachelor’s degree in a related field; experience in remote sensing or fire ecology is desirable.
- 🧪 Research Focus: Students will join the LEAF Lab to study fuel attributes driving grassland wildfire behavior, predict fuel characteristics using remote sensing, and assist with experimental fires.
- 🤝 Diverse Lab Environment: LEAF Lab values diverse backgrounds and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.
- 📄 Required Documents: CV with three references, unofficial transcript, and cover letter.
- 📅 Deadline: Applications must be submitted by October 31, 2025 to Dr. Nathan Gill (nathan.gill@ttu.edu).
- 🏛 University Highlights: Founded in 1923, moderately selective (71% acceptance), 40,700 students, strong research focus, ranked #113 in the US and #731-740 globally (QS 2026).
- 📚 Programs & Opportunities: Offers over 150 programs, various scholarships including Presidential Merit, and a high placement rate of 94.4% with competitive salaries.
- 🌟 Benefits for Scholars: $19,000 stipend, full tuition coverage, and generous additional benefits supporting research and campus life.
- 🔗 Application Info: Visit the program webpage to start your application and join the NSF-funded research program in wildfire ecology.
Designation
Masters Scholarship at Texas Tech University
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Name | Texas Tech University Masters Scholarship |
| Application Deadline | October 31, 2025 |
| Research Area | Remote Sensing and Fire Ecology |
| Location | Texas Tech University, USA |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Prior experience with remote sensing and/or fire ecology is desirable.
- Strong, demonstrated interest in one or more relevant areas.
Description
The LEAF Lab at Texas Tech University is seeking candidates for an NSF-funded program aiming to assess variations in fuel attributes as drivers of grassland wildfire behavior. Successful candidates will predict fuel characteristics at regional scales using remote sensing and contribute to experimental fires while collaborating with a network of land managers and scientists in the Southern Great Plains. The lab emphasizes diversity and encourages qualified applicants from various backgrounds.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in applying for the Texas Tech University Masters Scholarship should prepare the following documents:
- A CV (including names of three references)
- An unofficial transcript
- A cover letter
Applications should be submitted via email to Dr. Nathan Gill at nathan.gill@ttu.edu.
Last Date to Apply
October 31, 2025
