SCHOLARSHIP: University of Illinois, USA Masters Scholarship 2026 |APPLY NOW|
The Dr. Cory Suski’s research group is inviting applications for the University of Illinois Graduate Scholarship from international students to study in the USA. This Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity that covers the cost of tuition, health insurance, and will also provide a living stipend worth $30,000 per year.
Scholarship Deadline:
19 November 2025
Scholarship Details:
- University Name: University of Illinois
- Department: NA
- Course Level: Masters
- Award: Full Scholarship and $30,000 living stipend
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: NA
- Nationality: International
- The award can be taken in the USA
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
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.
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.
