University of Delaware Scholarships 2026
Job Description
University of Delaware Scholarships 2026
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.
Overview of the University of Delaware Scholarships 2026
- Type: Masters, PhD Scholarships
- Country of study: USA
- School of study: University of Delaware
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Scholarship Perks: Full Scholarship, $3000 Monthly Stipend, Health Insurance, Conference Funding
- Deadline: Not Specified
Criterias for the University of Delaware Scholarships 2026
- 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
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
Required Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- Application Form
- CV/Resume
- Cover letter describing background and research interests
- Contact information of three references
Guidelines for the University of Delaware Scholarships 2026
- Send application materials directly to Dr. Juzhong Tan (jztan@udel.edu). Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews scheduled bi-weekly for qualified candidates.
- Additionally, candidates must complete a formal application through the University of Delaware Graduate School: Apply Here