University of Missouri PhD Graduate Assistantship & Scholarship in USA 2026 | Fully Funded ($28,000 yearly stipend)

International students can apply for fully sponsored graduate assistantships at the University of Missouri in Columbia, USA. The University of Missouri Graduate Assistantship offers a tuition waiver, a $28,000 yearly stipend, and the opportunity to obtain health insurance. The University of Missouri Scholarships’ specifics, prerequisites, and application process for prospective international applicants will all be covered in this post.

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When is the deadline for applications?

The deadline is October 31, 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.

Describe the award to me:

The University of Missouri, Columbia, offers a PhD Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA) in the School of Natural Resources. The selected candidate will work on a major project in oak woodland restoration in collaboration with the Pennsylvania Game Commission.

Which fields qualify?
Forestry, Ecology, Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences, or closely related fields.

The type:
Doctoral Graduate Research Assistantship (Fully Funded).

Who is eligible to apply?

• Applicants with a Master of Science degree in Forestry, Ecology, Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences, or related disciplines.

• Strong interest in field research and ability to travel between Pennsylvania field sites and the University of Missouri campus (travel costs covered).

• Ability to publish research in peer-reviewed journals and develop management guides.

• Strong skills in field work, data analysis, communication (oral and written), and data management.

How Do They Choose Applicants?

Applications are reviewed on:

• Academic background and research preparation.

• Research interest in oak woodland restoration and ecological management.

• Strength of submitted documents (career goals statement, CV, references).

Which nations are qualified?
Open to all nationalities.

Where will the prize be accepted?
University of Missouri, Columbia, USA (with research fieldwork in Pennsylvania).

How Many Honors?
One PhD Graduate Research Assistantship position is available.

What Advantage Does the Award Offer?

• Annual stipend of $28,000.

• Full tuition waiver.

• Health insurance option.

• Travel support for research field sites.

• Close collaboration with the Pennsylvania Game Commission.

What’s the Duration of the Award?
The position begins in January 2026 and continues for the normal duration of a PhD program (typically 3–5 years), contingent on satisfactory progress.

How do I Apply?

Applicants must send the following documents to Dr. Benjamin Knapp (knappb@missouri.edu):

1. Personal statement of career goals.

2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV).

3. Unofficial transcripts.

4. Contact information for three references.

Visit the Award Webpage for Details
👉 University of Missouri Graduate Studies – School of Natural Resources