Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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Master’s Opportunities in Freshwater Ecology in United States
Master Positions in freshwater ecology in united states
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Universities with open master's positions in freshwater ecology in the United States include Ohio State University, University of Miami and North Dakota State University.
Ohio State University
United States
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2 weeks ago
Graduate position (MS or PhD) in fish ecology at The Ohio State University Dr. Jennifer Hellmann is recruiting a highly motivated master’s or PhD student to join her lab in the Department of Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology at The Ohio State University . The project is centered on fish ecology , with emphasis on ecology, evolution, behavior, ichthyology , and the role of developmental and transgenerational plasticity in helping organisms respond to natural and human-induced environment...
Evolutionary Biology
Ecology
Environmental Science
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2 weeks ago
University of Miami
United States
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1 month ago
Miami University’s Wagner Lab in the Department of Biology is recruiting for three fully funded positions in aquatic ecology and fisheries science in Oxford, Ohio, USA. The post highlights research on how global change affects aquatic ecosystems and freshwater fisheries, with interests spanning climate change , land use and management, invasive species, eutrophication, and persistent chemical pollutants such as PFAS . Open positions: 1) PhD Graduate Assistantship in Ecology, Evolution, and Envir...
Ecology
Environmental Science
Biology
+7 more
1 month ago
North Dakota State University
United States
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1 month ago
Graduate student opportunity for an MS or PhD in freshwater ecology at the University of North Dakota , in the Department of Biology. The position is in a new lab led by Matthew R. Dunkle , who is recruiting one or more students to help shape the lab’s culture and research direction. The research focuses on food web and trophic dynamics in freshwater ecosystems, using diet analysis , stable isotope methods , and related approaches. Research interests include how climate change and disturbance ev...
Environmental Science
Biology
Freshwater Ecology
+3 more
1 month ago
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University of Florida
United States
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4 months ago
PhD Graduate Research Assistantship in Water Quality, Environmental AI, and Environmental Engineering at the University of Florida , Department of Agricultural & Biological Engineering (ABE). This opening is for a PhD graduate research assistant under Dr. Dengjun Wang and Dr. Changying Li on an EPA-funded project focused on innovative water quality restoration. Research topics include oyster-mediated nutrient sequestration , biochar-based nutrient reduction , harmful algal bloom (HAB) mitigation...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Agriculture
+8 more
4 months ago
University of South Florida
United States
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2 months ago
The Hydrological Remote Sensing Lab (HydroRS) at the University of South Florida is recruiting Ph.D. students for research in hydrological remote sensing starting Spring 2027 or Fall 2027. The lab works on interdisciplinary water resources research using satellite observations, remote sensing, AI/ML, and geospatial technologies to study the changing water cycle and water crises at regional to global scales. Example topics include hydrological extremes, trends and drivers of freshwater storage, h...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Remote Sensing
+7 more
2 months ago
University of New Mexico
United States
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2 months ago
New Mexico State University is advertising a PhD Graduate Research and Teaching Assistantship in Watershed Management and Water Resources through the Watershed Management and Water Quality Lab in the Department of Animal and Range Sciences. The project focuses on watershed hydrology , water quality , climate impacts , and the sustainable management of water-limited landscapes , with a strong emphasis on semi-arid ecosystems in the southwestern United States. Research in the group integrates proc...
Data Science
Environmental Science
Agriculture
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2 months ago
Living costs in United States
Estimated costs in United States.
MonthlyYearly | United States |
|---|---|
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | $3.0k $3,000/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | $1.5k $1,500/yr |
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | $800 $800/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | $12.0k $12,000/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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Illinois State University
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University of Kansas
United States
Research Interests
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Texas A&M University
United States
Research Interests
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University of Colorado Boulder
United States
Research Interests
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United States
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Virginia Tech
United States
Research Interests
Ecology
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.