SCHOLARSHIP: University of Illinois, USA International Scholarship for Postgraduate | Masters | Ph.D Students
The University of Illinois is for highly motivated PhD or MS students to join the Dr. Cory Suski research team in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRES) at the University of Illinois.
The project aims to quantify the impacts of different stressors on fish populations. We anticipate graduate opportunities for 1-2 different research projects related to;
- (1) impacts of angling on individual fish, or
- (2) fish passage around lock and dam structures in large rivers. Work will consist of both laboratory experiments and field studies, and will involve both behavioral and physiological responses.
Projects will be conducted in collaboration with several state, federal and industry partners. Results will inform policy on conservation practices to enhance and protect freshwater fisheries.
About university:
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a public land-grant research university in the Champaign–Urbana metropolitan area, Illinois, United States. Established in 1867, it is the founding campus and flagship institution of the University of Illinois System.
Scholarship deadline:
November 19, 2025
Scholarship details:
- Host Country: United States of America USA
- Study Abroad: Study in USA
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $30,000 Living Stipends
- No IELTS Required
Scholarship eligibility requirements:
To be considered for the University of Illinois Graduate Scholarship, you must:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience with fish handling, fish care in a laboratory setting, or fisheries techniques in a field setting.
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently, and contribute to a research team.
Desired Experience:
- A BS degree in biology, ecology, fisheries or other related discipline (MS required for PhD applicants).
- Demonstrated ability to conduct research independently.
- Research productivity, experience conducting statistical analyses, and experience communicating scientific findings through oral and written communication are important.
- Experience with fish telemetry, as well as planning and coordinating field teams, would be an asset. Valid driver’s license is required.
Scholarship Application Guidelines:
To apply for the University of Illinois Graduate Scholarship, interested and qualified applicants should;
- Click on the button below to visit the scholarship application webpage
- Proceed to the program’s application form
- Apply by sending email to Dr. Cory Suski (suski@illinois.edu) by November 19, 2025,with the required documents.
To apply, candidates must also be ready to submit the following documents;
- Application Form
- CV,
- Transcripts (unofficial are sufficient),
- Contact information for three references and
- A brief cover letter outlining relevant experience and perceived fit within the lab group.
Scholarship Benefits:
- Graduate students will be hired on a Research Assistantship and the cost of tuition will be covered.
- Health insurance, and a stipend will be provided.
- The stipend is currently $30,000 per year.
