Deadline
2025-07-15
Value of Scholarship
Full Scholarship, $28,800 Living Stipends & Health Insurance
$28,800
$28,800
Country Tenable
United States
Renewable
No
Fully Funded Master’s Scholarship at Montana State University (Spring 2026)
The Montana State University Master’s Scholarship offers a fully funded graduate assistantship for students interested in pursuing a Master’s degree in Ecology or related fields in the United States. Starting in January 2026, the successful applicant will join a collaborative research project led by Montana State University, the Smithsonian Institution National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute, and the Fort Belknap Fish and Wildlife Department.
Research Focus
This assistantship centers on a field-based research project studying the genetics and movement ecology of swift foxes on the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation in northern Montana.
The project aims to investigate:
- Genetic diversity
- Gene flow
- Kinship patterns
- Dispersal behavior
- Home range dynamics
The study will focus on a newly reintroduced population of swift foxes following translocation efforts conducted between 2020–2023.
Scholarship Benefits
- Monthly stipend of ~$2,400
- Full tuition and tuition fees
- Health insurance
- Housing provided during fieldwork
- 2–3 year MSc program in the Department of Ecology, Montana State University
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Science, Ecology, Zoology, or a related field
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 in biology courses and in junior/senior-level courses; 2.5 GPA in chemistry, physics, and math
- Strong interest in field research and remote grassland ecosystems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong work ethic, motivation, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Skills or interest in:
- Quantitative ecology and evolutionary biology
- Scientific programming and bioinformatics
- Basic laboratory techniques
Required Documents
To apply, you must prepare:
- Cover letter outlining your qualifications, academic interests, and career goals
- Resume or CV with contact details of at least 3 references
- Unofficial transcripts
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Compile the documents listed above.
Email your application with the subject line "Swift Fox MSc Assistantship" to:
- Dr. Justine Becker – justine.becker1@montana.edu
- Dr. Ethan Linck – ethan.linck@montana.edu
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