Applications are now open for the University of Central Missouri Scholarship 2027, a fully funded master’s research assistantship for students interested in pursuing an MS in Biology at the University of Central Missouri.
The scholarship provides a tuition waiver and an annual stipend while offering students the opportunity to conduct research using modern laboratory facilities under the supervision of experienced faculty members.
University of Central Missouri Scholarship 2027 Summary
- Host Country: United States of America
- Host University: University of Central Missouri
- Study Level: Master’s
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: September 15, 2026
About the University of Central Missouri Scholarship
The Biology Master’s Program at the University of Central Missouri is recruiting graduate students for the Spring 2027 intake.
Graduate students have access to well-equipped research laboratories, molecular biology facilities, wildlife biology laboratories, an animal care facility, greenhouse, natural history collections, department vehicles and boats, and other specialized research equipment.
Students also benefit from faculty mentorship and professional collaborations that support career development after graduation.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants may receive:
- Tuition waiver
- Annual stipend of $9,900
- Teaching assistantship
- Access to advanced biology research laboratories and facilities
- Opportunities to participate in faculty-funded research projects
- Academic and professional mentorship
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Have completed at least 30 semester hours in Biology.
- Have completed at least 8 semester hours in Chemistry.
- Have completed a Statistics course.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
- Meet the admission requirements for the University of Central Missouri Master’s programme.
- Demonstrate English language proficiency (for international applicants where applicable).
- Meet financial requirements for international student admission where required.
- Identify and secure support from a faculty member whose research interests align with theirs before applying for the teaching assistantship.
How to Apply
To apply for the University of Central Missouri Scholarship:
- Visit the official scholarship or graduate programme webpage.
- Review the Biology Master’s programme admission requirements.
- Identify a faculty member whose research interests match your own.
- Contact the faculty member to express your interest in joining their research group.
- Apply for admission to the Biology MS programme.
- Apply for the available teaching assistantship where eligible.
- Submit all required application documents before the deadline.
📋 Required Documents
- Valid Passport
- Official academic transcripts
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Proof of English Language proficiency (for international applicants where required)
- Evidence of financial support (for international admission requirements where applicable)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or résumé
- Completed graduate admission application
- Any additional documents required by the University of Central Missouri graduate admissions office