Graduate Scholarships in Biology

We believe financial support should empower your education and research. Our graduate scholarships in biology are designed to help you focus on discovery, innovation, and professional growth, not financial stress.

Whether you’re just beginning your graduate studies or are deep into your thesis research, CMU offers a range of scholarships that recognize academic excellence, research potential, and dedication to advancing the biological sciences. These awards can help fund tuition, research expenses, housing, and travel, giving you the freedom to fully pursue your academic and professional goals.

Explore the opportunities available for graduate students in biology and find the support that helps you take your research, and your career, to the next level.


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Available scholarships

    The Raymond E. Hampton Excellence in Biology Research Award provides funding for ambitious students conducting summer research at the CMU Biological Station.

    This award supports students who demonstrate strong academic achievement, with a minimum GPA of 3.5, and a clear, well-planned research project. Applicants submit a prospectus outlining their proposed research and budget, and recipients report on their progress to the Department of Biology by the following September. The award can help cover tuition, books, housing, food, and even costs associated with presenting your research at conferences.

    Established in memory of Dr. Raymond E. Hampton, who devoted 24 years to CMU and the Department of Biology, this award honors his passion for teaching and research. Through this opportunity, students continue his legacy by advancing scientific discovery, gaining hands-on experience, and building a foundation for a successful career in biology.

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    This award supports outstanding full-time biology undergraduates (juniors or seniors) and graduate students pursuing studies in botany, horticulture, land management, or related fields.

    Applicants must have completed a general botany course, maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA overall (3.25 in biology courses), enroll in at least 12 credit hours per semester, and take at least one additional plant-focused course.

    Sponsored by the Garden Clubs of Michigan, this renewable scholarship celebrates and encourages study in horticulture, floriculture, landscape design, forestry, plant pathology, environmental control, city planning, and other plant-related disciplines. With this support, you can focus on your research, coursework, and professional growth while pursuing your passion for plants and the natural world.

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    The Marion Whitney Summer Graduate Scholarship provides financial support for students completing a thesis in zoology during the summer.

    Applicants must have completed at least six graduate credit hours with a GPA of 3.5 or higher and be pursuing a Plan A thesis with a research prospectus on file. This award helps you focus on your research and make meaningful progress toward your degree without the distraction of financial stress.

    Established by the estate of Marion Whitney, who dedicated nearly two decades to teaching and research at CMU, this scholarship honors her legacy by supporting students who share her passion for zoology and scientific discovery.

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    The Daniel E. and Mildred G. Wujek Scholarship provides funding to support your studies, research projects, and hands-on work at the biological station. Preference is given to students in botany, but all applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit a detailed research prospectus with their application.

    Established by CMU alumni Daniel E. and Mildred G. Wujek, this renewable scholarship honors Dr. Dan Wujek’s decades of dedication as both a graduate student and faculty member in the Department of Biology. Award funds can be used for tuition, books, housing, food, research supplies, and other project-related expenses, giving you the resources to focus fully on your scientific work.

    Take the next step in your academic journey and pursue your research ambitions with the support of the Wujek Scholarship.

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