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
  • CV 
  • 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.