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50 more examples of R1 (Doctoral Universities: Very high research activity) universities in the United States: 1. University of Miami 2. Brown University 3. Emory University 4. Georgetown University 5. Rice University 6. Vanderbilt University 7. University of Notre Dame 8. Tufts University 9. Brandeis University 10. Case Western Reserve University 11. George Washington University 12. Boston University 13. University of Delaware 14. Drexel University 15. University of California, Santa Barbara 16. University of California, Riverside 17. University of California, Santa Cruz 18. University of California, Merced 19. University of California, Irvine 20. University of California, Santa Barbara 21. University of California, Davis 22. University of California, San Francisco 23. University of California, Santa Cruz 24. University of California, Merced 25. University of California, Riverside 26. University of Colorado, Denver 27. University of Houston 28. University of Oklahoma 29. University of Oregon 30. University of South Florida 31. University of Utah 32. University of Cincinnati 33. George Mason University 34. Wayne State University 35. Colorado State University 36. Florida International University 37. University of Nevada, Las Vegas 38. University of New Mexico 39. University of North Carolina, Charlotte 40. University of Texas, Arlington 41. University of Texas, Dallas 42. University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa 43. University of Arkansas, Fayetteville 44. University of Connecticut 45. University of Georgia 46. University of Kansas 47. University of Kentucky 48. University of Nevada, Reno 49. University of Rhode Island 50. University of South Carolina Keep an eye on more R1 Universities we shall keep posting here for your use.

“I'm excited for the opportunity to work with top-notch students and researchers, especially immerse in and upgrade amazing rock physics research facilities at Integrated Core Characterization Center (IC3) MPGE, OU. We have opening MS, and PhD positions in Spring and Fall 2025, with the focus on advanced experimental petrophysics, reservoir characterization for maximizing HCs recovery (POR or EOR), and emerging energy topics (carbon sequestration, underground hydrogen storage/ exploration, geothermal etc). If you are interested, please consider applying. Feel free to drop me an email at: dangthaison@ou.edu. More application details is here: https://www.ou.edu/mcee/mpge/graduate” Copied

PhD position in oyster reef ecology at University of Virginia / Virginia Coast Reserve LTER The Castorani Lab at the University of Virginia is recruiting a PhD student to study the population dynamics of oysters on restored reefs at the Virginia Coast Reserve Long Term Ecological Research project (VCR LTER; https://vcrlter.virginia.edu/). Copied

PhD position in seagrass community ecology at Univ. of Virginia / Virginia Coast Reserve LTER The Castorani Lab at the University of Virginia is recruiting a PhD student to study seagrass biodiversity and community ecology at the Virginia Coast Reserve Long Term Ecological Research project (VCR LTER; https://vcrlter.virginia.edu/). Copied

No application fee PhD position in kelp forest community ecology at Univ. of Virginia / Santa Barbara Coastal LTER The Castorani Lab at the University of Virginia is recruiting a PhD student to study the drivers of kelp forest ecosystem structure and function at the Santa Barbara Coastal Long Term Ecological Research project (SC LTER; http://sbc.lternet.edu/). Copied

Fully Funded PhD Positions Jieqiong Wang's Lab, University of Nebraska Medical Center Dr. Jiegiong Wang (https://www.unmc.edu/neurologicalsciences/about/faculty/wang.html) is currently an Assistant Professor at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC). UNMC ranks 7th in primary care and 53rd in research among the best medical schools in the United States (https://www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-medical-schools/university-of- nebraska-medical-center-04063). Copied

50+ MS & PhD Positions in Environmental Science, Biology, Forestry, Fisheries, Ecology, Plant Science, Agronomy, etc in the United States 🇺🇸 - 2024 Link to Positions: https://www.nku.edu/~boycer/gradopps.html Good luck!

📢 UIUC PhD in Information Sciences No GRE required if GPA is 3.0+. First Application deadline: October 20, 2024. Great opportunity for those interested in advancing their studies without the GRE. Contact me if you need more info! Link: https://ischool.illinois.edu/degrees-programs/graduate/phd-information-sciences/apply?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1Y_uRgWRfhAsF3aeCYwWcVWSAck1CIjcaQ61o13l6tlW3dpVu5Ub-FJ5c_aem_SAMeeRJ4wll0pTy0jkGeMQ Copied

Top MSc Public Health Scholarships & Graduate Funding in UK, US & Canada ▪︎ [https://www.salford.ac.uk/international/scholarships/msc-public-health-international-scholarship](https://www.salford.ac.uk/international/scholarships/msc-public-health-international-scholarship)? ▪︎ [https://www.bu.edu/sph/admissions/financing-your-education/](https://www.bu.edu/sph/admissions/financing-your-education/) ▪︎ [https://www.sph.umn.edu/prospective/tuition-finances/scholarships-funding/](https://www.sph.umn.edu/prospective/tuition-finances/scholarships-funding/)? ▪︎ [https://www.grad.ubc.ca/prospective-students/graduate-degree-programs/master-of-science-population-public-health](https://www.grad.ubc.ca/prospective-students/graduate-degree-programs/master-of-science-population-public-health)? ▪︎ [https://hpm.ph.ucla.edu/pages/financial_support](https://hpm.ph.ucla.edu/pages/financial_support) ▪︎ [https://globalhealth.duke.edu/programs/master-science-global-health](https://globalhealth.duke.edu/programs/master-science-global-health) ▪︎ [https://www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding](https://www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding) ▪︎[https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/public_health/study/areas_of_study/epidemiology_biostatistics/future_students/funding/](https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/public_health/study/areas_of_study/epidemiology_biostatistics/future_students/funding/) Good luck!

Diploma Scholarship in Canada 2024-25 (Fully Funded) University: Canadian Colleges Degree level: 2 Year Diploma, 3 Year Diploma for Undergraduate, Graduate Scholarship coverage: Fully Funded Eligible nationality: All Nationalities Award country: Canada Last Date: Varies 1. Centennial college scholarship Apply Link: https://www.centennialcollege.ca/financial-aid/scholarships/ 2. Humber College Scholarships: https://humber.ca/admissions/student-fees-financial-resources/scholarships-bursaries.html 3. Fanshawe college scholarship: https://www.fanshawec.ca/international/applicants/scholarships-international-students 4. Toronto film school scholarship: https://www.torontofilmschool.ca/admissions/scholarships-financial-aid/ 5. Canadian college of technology and business scholarships: https://www.canadianctb.ca/ 6. Niagara college scholarships: https://international.niagaracollege.ca/scholarships/ 7. Seneca College Scholarship: https://www.senecacollege.ca/registrar/paying-for-your-studies/awards/entranceawards.html 8. Durham College Scholarship: https://durhamcollege.ca/info-for/international/study-dc/scholarships 9. George Brown College Scholarship: https://www.georgebrown.ca/international/current-students/scholarships Copied

List of Funded Scholarships in USA Without IELTS Students dreaming of studying abroad are highly encouraged to apply to the USA-based Fully Funded Scholarships. Under these funded scholarship programs, students may get admission to Bachelor’s Master’s, and Ph.D. Degree. This is an amazing opportunity for passionate students who desire to achieve a shining future in life. The U.S. government offers various scholarships to support talented students from non-European nations. List of Government Scholarships Available in the USA: 1. Global UGRAD Exchange Program Scholarships are available for one semester of non-degree academic study at any college or institution in the United States under the Global UGRAD exchange program. The program gives aspiring student leaders from underrepresented areas the opportunity to study abroad without having to take the IELTS exam. Official link: https://www.worldlearning.org/program/global-undergraduate-exchange-program/ 2. US South Pacific Scholarship ProgramThe University of Hawaii’s master’s and bachelor’s degree programs are supported by this merit-based scholarship program, which is funded by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. It concentrates on areas pertinent to the Pacific island nations’ development requirements. Official Link: https://www.eastwestcenter.org/apply/us-south-pacific-scholarship-program 3. Fulbright Foreign Student Program The Fulbright Foreign Student Programme allows people from all over the world to study and conduct research in the USA without having to take the IELTS exam, with over 4,000 scholarships offered each year. Tuition, flights, health insurance, and living expenses are all covered by the program. Official Link: https://foreign.fulbrightonline.org/about/foreign-student-program 4. Hubert Humphrey Fellowship Program Beginning in April and running through September, this fellowship program provides non-degree options for professional growth through conferences, university courses, and real-world job experiences. Every year, about 200 Fellowships are given out to cover different costs. Official Link: https://www.humphreyfellowship.org/program-overview/ 5. US Embassy EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program This program, in collaboration with Coca-Cola, selects low-income, academically capable, and highly driven students from Nigeria for fully financed study abroad opportunities. Official Link: https://opportunityfundsnigeria.org/ List of Non-Government Scholarships in the USA: 1. The Science Ambassador Scholarship for International Students This scholarship, which is open to applicants in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, pays for all of the successful applicants’ tuition over four years. Official Link: https://www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org/ 2. Yale Young African Scholars Programme This scholarship is an extensive academic and enrichment program to assist young African Americans in secondary education to continue higher education and have significant leadership impacts. Official Link: https://africanscholars.yale.edu/admissions/how-apply 3. Hispanic Scholarship Fund for International Scholars Approximately ten thousand deserving students are chosen each year to become HSF Scholars, giving them eligibility for a scholarship as well as access to helpful Scholar Support Services. Official Link: https://www.hsf.net/scholarship/ 4. Obama Foundation Scholars Program An entirely sponsored program for developing leaders that brings up-and-coming leaders from the US and other countries to address issues in their local communities. Official Link: https://worldprojects.columbia.edu/application-information 5. David P. Shapiro Annual Leukemia Scholarship This fully-funded fellowship, provided by the Affidavit Institute of Judicial Practice, assists foreign students enrolled in any science or law school with a QS University Rank of less than 1000. Official Link: https://www.davidpshapirolaw.com/annual-leukemia-scholarships/ #Copied

Top 10 Nursing Scholarships for International Students 1. Johnson & Johnson Global Health Nurse Scholarships: https://nursing.jnj.com/scholarships 2. American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Scholarships: https://www.aacnnursing.org/Students/Financial-Aid 3. Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (STTI) Scholarships: https://www.sigmanursing.org/advance-elevate/scholarships 4. Fulbright Foreign Student Program: https://foreign.fulbrightonline.org/about/foreign-student-program 5. The Margaret Parkinson Scholarship: https://foundation.acn.edu.au/Foundation/grants-awards.aspx 6. The University of Glasgow Nursing Scholarship: https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/ 7. The Nursing Memorial Foundation Scholarship: https://www.canadamemorialfoundation.org/scholarship/ 8. The Louise Darling Nursing Scholarship: https://n-e-f.org/about-us/nef-scholarships.html 9. The Florence Nightingale Foundation Scholarships: https://florence-nightingale-foundation.org.uk/academy/leadership-development/scholarships/ 10. The Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Scholarship: https://www.leadershipacademy.nhs.uk/programmes/elizabeth-garrett-anderson-programme/ And many more opportunities here: https://n-e-f.org/about-us/nef-scholarships.html Here is the list of Top 10 Best Nursing Scholarships for International Students. Nursing Students scholarships are available worldwide. #Copied

🟨 Graduate Student Research Assistant (RA): MS or Ph.D. position 📚 #electrical_engineering 📚 #computer_engineering 📚 #robotics_control 📚 #embedded_systems 🏫 University: University of Pittsburgh 🌎 Country: United States 🇺🇸 🎓 Supervisor: Prof. Paul Ohodnicki ✅ Candidates with experience in embedded systems, MCU/PCB prototyping, and fundamentals in computer architecture and firmware development are desirable. Prior knowledge and experience with control theory and state estimation are a plus. Candidates must meet the University of Pittsburgh postgraduate entry requirements. 📌 How to apply: Interested candidates should contact Prof. Paul Ohodnicki with an updated resume at pro8@pitt.edu and also submit an application to the electrical engineering graduate program at their soonest opportunity: Graduate Applications 📅 Starting date: Summer 2024 or Fall 2024 Semester. ____ Copied

🟨 A funded Ph.D. student position 📚 #computational_mechanics 📚 #materials_science 📚 #fire_safety_engineering 🏫 University: University of Maryland, College Park 🌎 Country: USA 🇺🇸 🎓 Supervisors: Dr. Shuna Ni ✅ Candidates interested in computational mechanics of materials in fire scenarios are invited to apply. Proficiency in relevant computational methods and a strong background in materials science are preferred. 📌 How to apply: Please email your CV and transcripts to Dr. Shuna Ni at shunani@umd.edu with the subject line "Ni's Lab Application_2025 Spring". 📅 Starting date: Spring 2025. ____ Copied

🟨 A funded Ph.D. student position 📚 #computer_science 📚 #data_science 📚 #mathematics 🏫 University: University of Manitoba 🌎 Country: Canada 🇨🇦 🎓 Supervisors: Dr. Sadaf Saleh ✅ Candidates with a solid background in mathematics and strong programming skills are preferred. The research focuses on realism in data-driven learning. 📌 How to apply: Interested candidates should contact Dr. Sadaf Saleh with a CV, all transcripts, and a motivation letter at Sadaf.Salehkalaibar@umanitoba.ca. ____ Copied

🟨 A funded Ph.D. student position 📚 #chemical_engineering 📚 #chemistry 🏫 University: Monash University 🌎 Country: Australia 🇦🇺 🎓 Supervisors: Dr. Chandan Kundu ✅ Candidates with experience with experimental design, laboratory experiments, reactor construction, and process optimization is essential. Familiarity with analytical techniques such as GC, GC-MS, HPLC, FT-IR, SEM, and TGA is also required. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team are essential. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for documenting and presenting research findings are required. 📌 How to apply: Please send your CV, including your publication records, and a cover letter explaining how you are a good fit for this position to Dr. Chandan Kundu: chandan.kundu1@monash.edu. ____ Copied

🟨 A funded Ph.D. student position 📚 #aerospace_engineering 📚 #civil_engineering 📚 #mechanical_engineering 📚 #materials_engineering 📚 #applied_mathematics 📚 #statistics 🏫 University: Auburn University 🌎 Country: United States 🇺🇸 🎓 Supervisor: Dr. Wen Luo ✅ Candidates with demonstrable skills in computational mechanics, coding, and probability/statistics are strongly preferred. A master’s degree in a related field is also preferred. Candidates must meet the Auburn University postgraduate entry requirements. 📌 How to apply: Please send a CV, transcripts, TOFEL/IELTS scores, GRE scores, and a brief introduction of your research interests by email to Dr. Wen Luo at w-luo@auburn.edu. For more details, visit the group website: Aerospace Structures Reliability Laboratory. 📅 Starting date: Spring 2025. ____ Copied

🟨 A funded Ph.D. student position 📚 #computer_science 📚 #machine_learning 📚 #deep_learning 📚 #computer_vision 📚 #transportation_systems 📚 #power_grids 🏫 University: University of Tulsa 🌎 Country: United States 🇺🇸 🎓 Supervisor: Dr. Mahdi Khodayar ✅ Candidates with a Bachelor or Masters degree in Computer Science or a related field are preferred. Demonstrable skills in generative machine learning, deep reinforcement learning, computer vision, transportation systems, and power grids are strongly preferred. Candidates must meet the University of Tulsa postgraduate entry requirements. 📌 How to apply: Please send your CV to Dr. Mahdi Khodayar at mahdi-khodayar@utulsa.edu. ____ Copied

American University Global Leader Scholarship 2025 in USA University: American University Washington D.C Degree level: Bachelors & Masters Scholarship coverage: Fully Funded Eligible nationality: All Nationalities Award country: United States Last Date: 15 December 2024 (for BS), Apply anytime for Masters Undergraduate link: https://www.american.edu/admissions/international/au-egl-scholarship.cfm Graduate link for Online Masters: https://programs.online.american.edu/admissions/scholarships Copied

UWC Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2025 in South Africa (Fully Funded) Institute: University of the Western Cape Degree Level: Bachelors, Masters Scholarship coverage: Fully Funded Eligible nationality: African Students Award country: South Africa Last Date: 30 August 2024 Apply Link: https://www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-announcements/announcements/mastercard-foundation-scholars-program-academic-year-2025 Copied