The University of Maine is seeking international students for fully funded graduate assistantship roles to study in the USA.
The University of Maine Scholarships cover tuition fees, health insurance, and a living stipend of $31,333 per year until the end of the candidates’ program.
Requirements:
To be considered for the University of Maine Scholarships, you must:
- hold a B.S. degree in Forestry, Economics, Statistics, or a quantitatively focused Environmental or Social Science discipline, with a background in natural resource management.
- have a high GPA, strong GRE scores, and solid scientific writing and communication skills.
- have experience with statistical analysis, GIS, and programming.
- The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in quantitative analysis, an ability to work independently, a research interest, and a record of scholastic achievement.
- Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Duration and Reward
- This position provides 2 years of funding for MSc and 3 years for PhD candidates, comprising a 20-hour-per-week assistantship with an annual stipend of $28,000 (MS) or 31,333 (PhD).
- The University of Maine will cover 65% of health insurance costs and 50% dental insurance costs.
- Additional benefits include office space, operational support (including laptop access and travel funds), and an out-of-state tuition waiver.
Required Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- Cover Letter
- CVÂ
- transcript (unofficial okay)
- Reference letters
- GRE scores/percentiles (optional)
Method of Application
- Click the green button below to go to the program webpage.
- Complete the application via this google form.
- The preferred start date is Fall 2026.
Click Here to Apply
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026.