Applications are now open for the Texas A&M University Graduate Scholarships 2026 — a fully funded opportunity for outstanding international students pursuing Master’s or PhD programs in the United States.
Successful applicants will receive a living stipend of up to $28,000 per year, a full tuition waiver, and medical benefits after the waiting period.
This post provides full details about the scholarship benefits, eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to successfully apply.
📘 Scholarship Summary
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Host Country: United States of America (USA)
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Study Abroad: Yes (Study in USA)
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Category: Postgraduate | Masters | PhD
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Eligible Countries: All Countries
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Reward: Full Scholarship + $28,000 Living Stipend per Year
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Deadline: December 1, 2025
🌿 Scholarship Details
The Texas A&M University Graduate Scholarships are offered through the Duell Lab of Plant-Microbial Interactions, supporting research-focused Master’s and PhD students.
The Duell Lab investigates plant–microbiome interactions through community ecology, co-evolution, and land-use history, exploring how plant-associated microbial communities — such as mycorrhizal fungi and other root symbionts — influence ecosystem recovery and plant performance.
Students will gain experience in field ecology, molecular biology (DNA metabarcoding, sequencing), and experimental environmental research.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Texas A&M University Graduate Scholarship, applicants must:
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Have a background or strong interest in ecology, evolution, microbiology, plant biology, or soil science.
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Show enthusiasm for both field and lab work.
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(Preferred) Have experience in plant identification, soil microbial analysis, or statistical methods (R, bioinformatics).
💰 Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the Texas A&M University Scholarship will receive:
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Annual stipend: $28,000 minimum
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Full tuition waiver
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Medical package (after the waiting period)
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Access to additional internal and external funding opportunities
📝 Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
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A one-page letter of interest
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CV or resume
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A brief description of research interests
🪜 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
To apply for the Texas A&M University Graduate Scholarship 2026, follow these steps:
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Prepare your documents (letter of interest, CV, and research statement).
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Contact Dr. Eric Duell via email at “eric.duell@ag.tamu.edu” with your application materials.
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M.S. applicants should apply through the Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology (ECCB).
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Ph.D. applicants may choose between ECCB or the Interdisciplinary Program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB), depending on research goals.
👉For more Details
📅 Deadline
Application Deadline: December 1, 2025
