University of Delaware Scholarships in USA 2026 | Fully Funded

Summary:

The University of Delaware (UD) is currently accepting applications for Master’s and Ph.D. research assistantships in multidisciplinary fields, including Food Engineering, Fresh Produce Processing & Microbiology, and Plasma Physics/Chemistry.

These positions will begin in Spring 2026 (domestic students) and Fall 2026 (domestic & international applicants).

Successful candidates will join the Department of Animal and Food Sciences (ANFS) in Newark, DE, with opportunities to conduct research in state-of-the-art facilities across Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.

Eligibilities:

To be considered for the University of Delaware Scholarship, you must meet the requirements below:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related fields

• GPA above 3.5 (undergraduate or graduate level)

• For international students: TOEFL ≥ 95 or IELTS ≥ 6.5

Preferred Skills & Experiences

• Strong GPA (3.7+ for undergraduate, 3.8+ for graduate studies)

• Research experience in plasma physics, chemistry, or engineering

• Programming knowledge (Python, R, MATLAB)

• Numerical simulations with COMSOL or Ansys

• Strong writing and communication skills

• Experience with electronics, robotics, and AI/ML applications

Benefits:

Accepted graduate assistants will receive a competitive funding package, including:

• Tuition waiver (2 years for Master’s, 4 years for Ph.D.)

• Monthly stipend of approximately $3,000 (before tax)

• Health insurance through UD’s healthcare system

• Conference funding for at least one academic meeting per year

Deadline:

Not Specified

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