University of Central Missouri Biology Master's Research Assistantship
Introduction
The University of Central Missouri Biology Master's Research Assistantship offers graduate students an opportunity to pursue a Biology master's degree with financial support through a graduate teaching assistantship. Beginning in the Spring 2027 semester, the programme also provides opportunities for additional research funding through faculty research grants.
Scholarship Overview
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| University | University of Central Missouri |
| Degree Level | Master's |
| Funding Type | Fully Funded |
| Deadline | September 15, 2026 |
About the Scholarship
The University of Central Missouri is recruiting graduate students for its Biology Master's programme beginning in the Spring 2027 semester. The opportunity provides financial support through a graduate teaching assistantship, with additional research funding potentially available through faculty research grants.
Selected Biology MS students have access to modern research facilities and specialized resources, including molecular and wildlife biology laboratories, an animal care facility, greenhouse facilities, department vehicles and boats, natural history collections, and other research equipment. The programme also offers opportunities to work with faculty members who have professional and academic connections in their research fields, helping students develop research experience and prepare for future academic or professional careers.
Scholarship Benefits
- Tuition waiver or scholarship support through the teaching assistantship.
- Annual stipend of approximately $9,900.
- Potential additional financial support through faculty-funded research grants.
- Access to specialized biology research laboratories and facilities.
- Access to research equipment and natural history collections.
- Opportunities to work with faculty members on research projects.
Eligibility Criteria
- Have at least 30 semester hours of biology coursework.
- Have at least 8 semester hours of chemistry coursework.
- Complete a statistics course.
- Have a minimum overall GPA of 2.75 for the specified prerequisite coursework.
- Meet the University of Central Missouri's graduate admission requirements.
- International students must meet the applicable English language proficiency requirements.
- International students must demonstrate adequate financial resources where required for campus admission.
- Identify a faculty member whose research interests align with the applicant's interests.
- Apply for the teaching assistantship after establishing an appropriate faculty research connection.
Required Documents
- Academic transcripts showing relevant biology and chemistry coursework.
- Evidence of the required GPA.
- Statistics course record.
- English language proficiency test results, where required.
- Graduate programme application materials required by the University of Central Missouri.
- Any additional documents required by the selected faculty member or department.
How to Apply
- Press the Apply Now button below to access the official scholarship page.
- Review the University of Central Missouri Biology MS programme and its admission requirements.
- Identify faculty members whose research interests match your intended area of study.
- Contact relevant faculty members to express your interest in the Biology MS programme and discuss potential research opportunities.
- Complete the graduate admission application and provide the required supporting documents.
- Apply for the teaching assistantship after establishing a suitable faculty connection.
- Submit your application before the September 15, 2026 deadline.
- Press the Apply button below to visit the official application page.
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