Three fully funded scholarship opportunities for MSc, MS and Master’s students in the United States are accepting applications until September 30, 2026, offering financial support for students interested in botanical science, insect pollinator research and fisheries.
The opportunities are available at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, University of North Texas and University of Vermont. Depending on the programme, financial support ranges from $4,500 per semester to $37,000 per year, with tuition assistance and other benefits included in the packages.
The programmes are scheduled to begin in 2027, giving successful applicants an opportunity to pursue graduate-level studies and research in the United States with substantial financial assistance.
Scholarship opportunities at a glance
| Scholarship | University | Level | Field | Financial Support | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Tennessee Graduate Assistantship | University of Tennessee at Chattanooga | Master’s | Biology, Botany, Environmental Sciences | $4,500/semester | September 30, 2026 |
| Graduate Studentship in Ranch Management and Insect Pollinators | University of North Texas | MS | Biological Sciences | $26,400–$28,320/year | September 30, 2026 |
| Human Dimensions of Fisheries Assistantship | University of Vermont | MSc | Fisheries Science | $37,000/year | September 30, 2026 |
University of Tennessee Graduate Assistantship
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is offering a funded Master’s assistantship focused on botanical research and herbarium management.
The selected graduate student will work with the university’s herbarium, which contains more than 50,000 specimens. Responsibilities will include preparing specimens, managing the collection, processing backlogged material and supporting digitisation efforts.
The assistantship provides $4,500 per semester along with a $4,806 maintenance and tuition fee waiver.
The funding can continue for up to six academic semesters, while separate summer employment opportunities may also be available.
Eligibility requirements
Applicants should have a relevant undergraduate degree and a minimum 2.7 GPA.
Candidates are also expected to have botanical coursework or relevant experience in the field.
The listed English-language requirements include IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80 or Duolingo English Test 120.
The opportunity may be particularly relevant for students with academic backgrounds in biology, botany, environmental sciences or related disciplines.
University of North Texas MS Studentship
The University of North Texas is offering a graduate studentship for an MS student interested in studying the effects of ranch management practices on insect pollinators.
The research will examine how different ranching practices influence insect pollinators, plants, soil microbes and habitat quality.
The selected student will conduct field research across North Texas and analyse ecological information collected from different research locations.
The studentship provides between $26,400 and $28,320 annually, along with tuition support and health-related assistance as outlined in the scholarship information.
Eligibility requirements
Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental science, entomology or a related discipline.
The listed minimum GPA requirement is 3.0.
Candidates should have an interest in areas such as pollinator ecology, biodiversity, conservation and ecological field research.
The listed English-language requirements include IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79 or PTE Academic 53.
Students interested in environmental research and field-based ecological studies may find the programme particularly relevant to their academic interests.
University of Vermont MSc Assistantship
The University of Vermont is offering an MSc assistantship in Human Dimensions of Fisheries.
The programme is designed for students interested in fisheries, conservation and the relationship between people and aquatic ecosystems.
Research under the assistantship will focus on Lake Champlain and may examine areas including fishing behaviour, stakeholder preferences, fish and fisher movement, social networks and fisheries management.
The position offers financial support of approximately $37,000 per year, making it the highest-paying opportunity among the three programmes listed.
The assistantship combines graduate-level education with research experience, allowing students to study fisheries issues while contributing to research connected to aquatic resource management.
Research focus
The Human Dimensions of Fisheries programme takes a broader approach to fisheries science by examining not only aquatic ecosystems but also the people and communities connected to them.
Research areas can include how fishing communities interact with aquatic resources, how stakeholders view management policies and how human behaviour can influence fisheries conservation.
This makes the opportunity relevant to students interested in fisheries management, conservation science, environmental policy and social dimensions of natural resource management.
Applications close on September 30
All three scholarship opportunities have an application deadline of September 30, 2026.
Students interested in applying should review the individual programme requirements carefully because eligibility criteria, academic qualifications, English-language requirements and application procedures vary between universities.
Applicants should also prepare supporting documents such as academic transcripts, CVs, statements and recommendation letters where required.
Opportunities for international students
These funded opportunities could be particularly useful for international students seeking graduate education in the United States without taking on the full cost of tuition and living expenses.
However, applicants should carefully review the exact funding terms of each programme. Financial packages can include different combinations of stipends, tuition waivers, health benefits and assistantship responsibilities.
Students should also verify the latest information directly with the relevant university before submitting an application, particularly because scholarship conditions and deadlines can change.
With all three opportunities closing on September 30, 2026, eligible students have a limited window to complete their applications for programmes beginning in 2027.
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