Applications for graduate MSc and Doctoral opportunities of the Illinois State University Scholarship 2025 are now open.
The Illinois State University Graduate Scholarships provide funding for successful candidates through fully funded graduate teaching and research assistantships that cover tuition and living stipends.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the Illinois State University Graduate Scholarship, you must:
- Be a highly motivated PhD and/or MSc candidate.
- Have a degree in any field of Biology and a strong interest in evolutionary ecology.
- Demonstrate proficiency in English, both oral and written, is also required.
- Prior experience with plants and/or insects, chemical ecology, population genetics and genomics, and foundations in statistics are an advantage.
Benefits
- The School of Biological Sciences provides funding for graduate students through Teaching Assistantships and Research Assistantships.
- Also, they offer a vibrant, collaborative, and respectful working environment with high-quality supervision.
- The city of Normal also offers an excellent quality of life, attractive surroundings for outdoor sports, and nearby iconic cities and places.
Required Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- A brief description of research interests (for PhD or MSc), experience, and career goals,
- CV/Résumé,
- Writing sample (publication, manuscript in preparation, thesis…), and
- Names and email addresses of 3 references maximum.
Method of Application
To apply for the Illinois State University Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates should contact Xosé López Goldar via email including all the required documents above at [email protected] to express their interests and make enquiries.
Application Deadline: June 30, 2025.
