Utah State University Fully Funded Master’s Scholarship 2025 — Apply Now

Applications are now open for the Utah State University Master’s Scholarship 2025 in the United States. This fully funded graduate assistantship is available to international students from all countries and offers a unique opportunity to join a multidisciplinary research team in the field of wildlife epidemiology.

This scholarship covers tuition and fees, provides a competitive living stipend of $22,000 per year, and includes comprehensive health insurance for the full two-year duration of the program.

Scholarship Overview

Institution: Utah State University
Country: United States
Program Type: Master’s (Graduate Assistantship)
Duration: Two Years
Funding: Fully Funded
Annual Stipend: $22,000
Health Insurance: Included
IELTS Requirement: Not mandatory
Deadline: July 31, 2025
Eligible Applicants: Open to students from all countries

Program Details

The scholarship is offered through the Wildlife Eco-Epidemiology Lab under the Department of Veterinary and Clinical Life Sciences at Utah State University. The selected student will work as a graduate research assistant on projects related to avian disease outbreaks and long-term wildlife health.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a study analyzing historic mortality patterns in waterfowl around the Great Salt Lake using necropsy and field data
• Support a postdoctoral research project on avian botulism
• Assist in developing surveillance and response plans for outbreaks
• Integrate historical datasets on bird populations and lake hydrology
• Build epidemiological models to identify outbreak risk factors and inform wildlife management decisions

Eligibility Criteria

Basic Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in epidemiology, disease ecology, wildlife biology, biological sciences, or a related field
• Strong communication, analytical, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders
• Understanding of safety procedures in field and laboratory research settings

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with epidemiology, wildlife biology, population modeling, GIS/spatial analysis, or remote sensing
• Familiarity with handling live or deceased animals, biosafety procedures (BSL-2 or higher), and lab research
• A strong foundation in research writing and scientific communication

Scholarship Benefits

• $22,000 yearly stipend
• Full tuition and university fees covered
• Health insurance throughout the duration of the program

Required Application Documents

Submit the following as a single PDF file:

1. A two-page cover letter explaining your qualifications, interest in the role, and fit for the research project
2. Updated CV
3. A writing sample (e.g., academic paper, thesis, publication)
4. Copies of academic transcripts (unofficial is acceptable)
5. Contact information for three professional or academic references

How to Apply

Email your complete application package to Dr. Jessica Sanchez at jessica.sanchez@usu.edu
Use the subject line: Botulism application – MS student
Name your file as: Botulism_MS_YourLastName

Application Deadline: July 31, 2025
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the deadline.

This is an exceptional opportunity for students passionate about wildlife, research, and environmental health to gain advanced training and contribute to impactful projects. Begin your graduate journey at one of the top institutions in the United States with full financial support.