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SCHOLARSHIP: Southern Illinois University, USA International Scholarship for Postgraduate | Masters Students
The Southern Illinois University Scholarship is a graduate assistantship (Master’s) opportunity for international students to study and research in the USA.
About university:
Southern Illinois University is a public research university in Carbondale, Illinois, United States. Chartered in 1869, SIU is the oldest and flagship campus of the Southern Illinois University system. SIU enrolls students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries.
Scholarship deadline:
April 15, 2026
Scholarship details:
- Host Country: United States of America USA
- Study Abroad: Study in USA
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $22,000 Stipend/Yr
- No IELTS Required
Scholarship eligibility requirements:
To be considered for the Southern Illinois University Graduate Scholarship 2026, you must:
- have obtained a B.S. degree in wildlife, ecology, biology, forestry, zoology, or related fields;
- have exceptional quantitative skills;
- have the knowledge of program R and spatial software (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS);
- possess a driver’s license and ability to conduct independent field work in difficult conditions (e.g., steep terrain, poison ivy, ticks, venomous snakes);
- show the ability to work in a team setting and
- demonstrate strong oral and uwritten communication skills.
Scholarship Application Guidelines:
To apply for the Southern Illinois University Scholarship,
- Click the green button below to visit the program’s webpage.
- Submit a single PDF to Eric Holzmueller (eholzmue@siu.edu) that includes:
- 1. A cover letter that describes past experiences and career goals
- 2. Curriculum Vitae (with GPA and GRE scores included, if possible)
- 3. Undergraduate transcripts (unofficial is acceptable)
- 4. Contact information for 3 references
- Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications must be received by April 15, 2026.
Scholarship Benefits:
The Southern Illinois University Scholarship is a fully funded graduate position that covers;
- Full tuition
- $22,000 Annual Stipend
