The Clemson University Graduate Scholarship offers a fully funded academic opportunity for prospective Master's and Doctoral students who wish to study in the United States. This scholarship is provided through a graduate assistantship that covers full tuition costs and includes an annual stipend of $25,000.
Scholarship Overview:
Graduate assistantship positions are available at the James C. Kennedy Wetland Conservation Center at Clemson University. These opportunities are ideal for students with a strong academic background and a passion for research in engineering, environmental science, and sustainability.
The scholarship is part of a multidisciplinary research program supervised by an experienced advisory team, including:
Dr. Christophe Darnault (Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences)
Dr. Brunela Rodrigues (Wood Utilization and Biomaterials)
Dr. Michael Stoner (Civil Engineering)
Dr. Jim Anderson (James C. Kennedy Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation Center)
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered for the Clemson University Graduate Scholarship 2025:
Hold a B.S. degree (for M.S. applicants) or an M.S. degree (for Ph.D. applicants) in Environmental or Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Wood Science, Forest Engineering, Environmental Science, or closely related fields.
Possess a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00.
Demonstrate a strong interest and background in engineering design, material science, and the use of design software.
Interest in environmental sustainability, historic preservation, wetland studies, statistics, and publication is considered a plus.
Must have a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
Clemson University supports diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, or disability. Applications are encouraged from minorities, women, veterans, and all qualified individuals.
Scholarship Benefits:
Selected students for the Clemson University Graduate Scholarship will receive:
Full tuition waiver
Annual stipend of $25,000 for PhD candidates
Annual stipend of $22,000 for Bachelor-level applicants pursuing M.S. degrees
Required Documents:
Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents:
A letter of interest
A resume or CV
A statement of purpose (not exceeding 1,000 words) explaining:
Motivation for applying
Research interests
Long-term academic and career goals
Unofficial academic transcripts
GRE and/or TOEFL scores (if available)
Proof of valid driver’s license
Samples of published research papers (if applicable)
Contact information for three references
Application Process:
To apply for the Clemson University Graduate Scholarship:
Compile all required documents as listed above.
Submit your complete application via email to: Ms. Crystal Anderson at crhode2@clemson.edu
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early to maximize their chances of being selected.
This scholarship represents an excellent opportunity to study in a research-focused environment with top-tier faculty. Students passionate about environmental engineering, sustainability, and interdisciplinary research are strongly encouraged to apply.