The Louisiana State University (LSU) Scholarships 2026 present a prestigious opportunity for international students to pursue fully funded Master’s and PhD programs in the United States.
The selected applicants will be appointed as Graduate Research Assistants at the SIMSIS Laboratory in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. This scholarship offers a comprehensive support package that includes full tuition remission, monthly living stipends, and health benefits.
This opportunity is ideal for students passionate about Structural Health Monitoring (SHM), Digital Twins, Civil Infrastructure Systems, and interdisciplinary research involving engineering, computer science, robotics, and visualization technologies.
📌 Scholarship Benefits:
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✅ Full Tuition Remission
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✅ Monthly Living Stipend
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✅ Health Insurance Coverage
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✅ Opportunity to Join Advanced Research Projects in Civil & Structural Engineering
🔬 Research Areas:
Successful candidates will work on cutting-edge research topics, including:
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Structural Health Monitoring (SHM)
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Assessment of Civil Infrastructure Systems
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Civil Infrastructure Digital Twins
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Mobile Robotics Integration
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Artificial Intelligence Applications
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Immersive Visualization (VR/AR/MR)
✅ Eligibility Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
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Solid background in Structural Engineering and SHM.
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Experience with Finite Element Modeling and digital simulations.
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Demonstrated ability in research and academic/scientific writing.
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Motivation to engage in cross-disciplinary collaborations.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Practical experience with SHM testing on real-world infrastructure.
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Understanding of Digital Twin technologies.
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Programming skills (Python, ROS, C++, Unity, etc.)
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Knowledge in mobile robotics and immersive visualization tools.
📄 Required Documents:
To apply for the LSU Scholarships, candidates must submit:
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A one-page cover letter summarizing research interests and relevant experience.
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An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
📝 How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide):
Follow the instructions below to apply:
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Prepare your CV and a 1-page cover letter outlining your background and interest in the research areas.
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Email the documents directly to Prof. Fabian L. at: “flulecl@lsu.edu”
📅 Application Deadline:
There is no specific deadline mentioned, but early application is highly recommended as positions will be filled on a rolling basis.
