CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
2026 Kansas State University Fully Funded Graduate Scholarship (M.S. & Ph.D.)KAS Scholarship Information
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.
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