Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD Opportunities in Sustainable Materials in United States
Phd Positions in sustainable materials in united states
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Universities with open PhD positions in sustainable materials in the United States include Iowa State University, Arizona State University and University of Wyoming.
Iowa State University
United States
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1 month ago
Iowa State University’s Program for Sustainable Pavement Engineering and Research (PROSPER) is advertising a PhD opening in sustainable transportation infrastructure systems at the Institute for Transportation in Ames, Iowa, USA. The research themes include analysis and design of transportation infrastructure, transportation geotechnics, pavement systems engineering, sustainable construction materials and technologies, AI-based applications, sustainable and resilient infrastructure, intelligent ...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Systems Engineering
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1 month ago
Arizona State University
United States
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4 months ago
Arizona State University is advertising a funded PhD opening in Pavement Mechanics within the Jayme Research Group in the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment . This opportunity is aimed at a highly motivated doctoral applicant interested in civil engineering , pavement mechanics , sustainable engineering , and the built environment . The post indicates that the position is for Spring 2027 and is funded, but it does not provide further details on stipend, tuition coverage,...
Environmental Science
Materials Science
Civil Engineering
+3 more
4 months ago
Hoon Choi
University of Wyoming
United States
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8 months ago
The Advanced Separation and Purification (ASeP) Laboratory at the University of Wyoming, led by Assistant Professor Hoon Choi, is seeking passionate PhD and MS students to join their research team. The ASeP Lab is part of the Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering and focuses on developing energy-efficient and economically viable separation technologies. Their research aims to address real-world challenges in clean energy and life sciences, with the goal of minimizing ecological impac...
Environmental Science
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
+3 more
8 months ago
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Matthew J. Gombeda
Illinois Institute of Technology
United States
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3 weeks ago
PhD opportunity in civil engineering at the Illinois Institute of Technology with research at the intersection of concrete materials and structural concrete . The group is looking for highly motivated U.S. citizen applicants with a B.S. or M.S. degree in civil/structural engineering or a related field; an M.S. is preferred . Relevant experience in the behavior and mechanics of structural concrete , characterization of fresh and hardened properties of novel concrete materials , and experimental t...
Mechanical Engineering
Materials Science
Civil Engineering
+2 more
3 weeks ago
University of Kansas
United States
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3 months ago
Kansas State University Scholarship 2027 is being promoted as a fully funded study opportunity in the United States for Master’s and PhD applicants. The post does not specify a research area, supervisor, or department, so this appears to be a broad scholarship announcement rather than a lab-specific opening. Students interested in graduate study at Kansas State University should review the external scholarship page for the full eligibility rules, application steps, and any programme-specific con...
Education
Management
3 months ago
Dilara Hatinoglu
Auburn University
United States
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1 month ago
Dilara Hatinoglu, Assistant Professor at Auburn University, is recruiting PhD and MS students to join her research group in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The opening is in Environmental Engineering , with research aligned to civil and environmental engineering topics. This is a student recruitment post rather than a scholarship announcement. The post indicates that positions are available for Spring or Fall 2027 . Interested applicants should review the linked page for m...
Environmental Science
Civil Engineering
1 month 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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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.