University of Michigan Scholarship in USA 2026 | Fully Funded

Summary:

Dr. Lauren Gillespie’s new lab at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor is looking to recruit PhD students to join in Fall 2026 for a fully-funded PhD position.

Dr. Gillespie’s research group in U-M’s School for Environment and Sustainability develops AI-integrated approaches for monitoring ecosystems at scale in the Anthropocene.

This highly interdisciplinary work cross-cuts AI methods development, conservation decision-making, and field-based methods to uncover the effects of rapid environmental change on species and improve our ecological forecasting of the natural world.

Eligibilities:

To be considered for the University of Michigan Graduate Scholarship, you must:

• have a bachelor’s degree from a relevant discipline.

• have a strong interdisciplinary background in computer science, ecology, environmental science, data science, and GIS.

• While previous research experience is preferred, ideal candidates should show intellectual curiosity and a capability for independent growth.

  
  

Benefits:

• University of Michigan Ph.D. students have one of the strongest PhD compensation packages in the United States, including 5 years of fully-funded support plus health insurance.

• The stipend amount for 2024-2025 is roughly $3,442.38 per month.

  
  

Deadline:

December 1, 2025

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