SCHOLARSHIP: Western Kentucky University, USA International Scholarship for Postgraduate | Masters Students
A fully funded research graduate assistantship is available at Western Kentucky University.
The Aquatic Ecology and Systematics Lab at Western Kentucky University (WKU) is searching for an M.S. student to contribute to one of several ongoing projects addressing the systematics and conservation of Plecoptera (stoneflies).
About university:
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a public university in Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States. It was founded by the Commonwealth of Kentucky in 1906, though its roots reach back a few decades earlier. It operates regional campuses in Glasgow, Elizabethtown-Fort Knox, and Owensboro. The main campus sits atop a hill overlooking the Barren River valley.
Scholarship deadline:
February 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 | Living Stipend | Health Insurance
- No IELTS Required
Scholarship eligibility requirements:
To be considered for the Western Kentucky University Graduate Scholarship, you must:
- B.A. or B.S. in Biology, Ecology, or closely related field (e.g., Environmental Science, Wildlife and Fisheries, etc.) with a minimum GPA of 2.75/4.0
Desired qualifications:
- Willingness to focus mainly on stonefly research
- Evidence of a strong work ethic and ability to work independently
- Field-based coursework
- Research experience in freshwater systems
- Experience with molecular biology lab work (e.g., gel electrophoresis, PCR)
- Experience with ArcGIS
Scholarship Application Guidelines:
To apply for the Western Kentucky University Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates should;
- Click the green button below to go to the research webpage.
- Submit the required materials to scott.grubbs@wku.edu with the subject line “STONEFLY MS”
- Feel free to contact Scott A. Grubbs, Ph.D., if you have questions to learn more about the research projects.
To apply, candidates must also be ready to submit the following documents;
- Application Form
- Letter of intent describing your background, research experiences and interests, and career goals,
- Resume or CV,
- College transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable),
- Contact information for three references.
Scholarship Benefits:
The Western Kentucky University Scholarship is a fully funded graduate assistantship that includes;
- a full tuition waiver
- monthly living allowance
- health insurance
