A fully funded Masters opportunity is available at the University of Texas at Tyler for international and home students.
The University of Texas Scholarship offers a graduate assistantship that covers the tuition fees of selected candidates and a living stipend of $21,000 per year.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the University of Texas Masters Scholarship, you must have:
A BS in Biology or a related field (such as ecology, environmental science, or environmental studies)
Willingness to perform field work under hot Texas summer conditions.
Permission to live, work, and attend a degree program in the United States
Ability to start in mid-August 2026 (THIS FALL. Only several weeks away.)
Benefits
The position includes $7,000 per semester for four semesters, $7,000 in salary for one summer, and covers four semesters of tuition.
This thesis-directed position will focus on the genetics and ecology of snake fungal disease in Texas.
Required Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
a brief cover letter,
CV, and if available,
unofficial transcripts
Method of Application
Click the green button below to go to the scholarship website.
Send an email to Dr. Joshua Banta (jbanta@uttyler.edu). Please introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in the position, and please include your resume.
Click Here to Apply
Application Deadline: July 10, 2026.