Graduate Scholarship (M.S. & Ph.D.) @Kansas State University

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2026 Kansas State University Fully Funded Graduate Scholarship (M.S. & Ph.D.)

Applications are now invited from suitably qualified international candidates for the 2026 Kansas State University Scholarship in the United States of America. This fully funded opportunity supports outstanding students pursuing Master’s (M.S.) and Doctoral (Ph.D.) degrees in relevant fields.

📍 Programme Summary

• Host Institution: Kansas State University
• Location: United States of America (USA)
• Study Level: Postgraduate (M.S. & Ph.D.)
• Eligible Applicants: All nationalities
• Funding Type: Fully Funded
• Application Deadline: Not Specified

📚 Scholarship Details

The scholarship provides funding for highly motivated graduate students to join the Department of Agronomy under the supervision of Dr. Colin Tobin (Assistant Professor, Range Management).

The research program focuses on applied rangeland ecology and livestock grazing systems across the Great Plains. Selected candidates will contribute to ongoing and emerging research areas, including:

• Livestock foraging behavior and grazing distribution
• Targeted grazing for invasive species management
• Precision livestock technologies (e.g., GPS collars, virtual fencing, remote sensing)
• Fire–grazing interactions in grassland ecosystems
• Integrated livestock and wildlife systems

Successful applicants will be expected to develop independent research projects while contributing to collaborative field-based studies. Interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities are available in areas such as ecology, soil science, animal science, and data analytics.

✅ Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Hold a B.Sc. degree (for M.S. applicants) or M.Sc. degree (for Ph.D. applicants) in agronomy, ecology, animal science, natural resources, wildlife biology, or related disciplines
• Demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills
• Show interest in field-based research and quantitative data analysis
• Possess the ability to work both independently and within a team
• Be willing to work in challenging field conditions and rugged environments

Additional skills in GIS, drone technology, livestock systems, or statistical software are considered an advantage but are not mandatory.

🎁 Scholarship Benefits

The Kansas State University Scholarship provides:

• Full tuition coverage
• Annual living stipend
• Health insurance
• Graduate Teaching and Research Assistantship opportunities

📝 Application Procedure

Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents as a single PDF file:

• Cover letter outlining research interests and career goals
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Unofficial academic transcripts
• Contact details of three professional referees

📧 Applications should be sent via email with the subject line:
“Tallgrass prairie GRA opportunity at KSU”

Recipient:
Dr. Colin Tobin
Assistant Professor, Range Management
Department of Agronomy
Kansas State University

Email: cttobin@ksu.edu

📅 Start Date

The preferred start dates are:

• June 2026
• August 2026
• January 2027
  (Flexible based on mutual agreement)

📢 Additional Information

This is a highly competitive opportunity designed for candidates passionate about rangeland ecology, livestock systems, and sustainable agricultural development. Early application is strongly encouraged due to rolling consideration.