Large Lakes Observatory (LLO) Graduate Limnology Research Assistantship

Fully funded graduate research assistantship conducting shipboard research aboard the R/V Blue Heron on Lake Superior biogeochemistry and aquatic ecosystem health.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: B.S. in Geology, Chemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science (min 3.2 GPA)
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Optional
Thesis / Research statement: Statement of research interest in freshwater oceanography or paleolimnology
Recommendation letters: Three academic letters from science faculty

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: $24,000 annual research assistantship stipend plus 100% tuition remission
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: $0 tuition (fully covered by NSF/NOAA research grant)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: November 20, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Minnesota Duluth documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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