The University of Maine is seeking international students for fully funded graduate assistantship roles to study in the USA.
The University of Maine Scholarships cover tuition fees, health insurance, and a living stipend of $31,333 per year until the end of the candidates’ program.
Requirements:
To be considered for the University of Maine Scholarships, you must:
hold a B.S. degree in Forestry, Economics, Statistics, or a quantitatively focused Environmental or Social Science discipline, with a background in natural resource management.
have a high GPA, strong GRE scores, and solid scientific writing and communication skills.
have experience with statistical analysis, GIS, and programming.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in quantitative analysis, an ability to work independently, a research interest, and a record of scholastic achievement.
Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Duration and Reward
This position provides 2 years of funding for MSc and 3 years for PhD candidates, comprising a 20-hour-per-week assistantship with an annual stipend of $28,000 (MS) or 31,333 (PhD).
The University of Maine will cover 65% of health insurance costs and 50% dental insurance costs.
Additional benefits include office space, operational support (including laptop access and travel funds), and an out-of-state tuition waiver.
Required Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
Cover Letter
CV
transcript (unofficial okay)
Reference letters
GRE scores/percentiles (optional)
Method of Application
Click the green button below to go to the program webpage.
Complete the application via this google form.
The preferred start date is Fall 2026.
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Application Deadline: June 30, 2026.