PhD Research Scholarship

Eligibility

Priority 1. Southeast Asian PhD students enrolled in Southeast Asian University Consortium for Graduate Education in Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC) member universities.

Priority 2. Southeast Asian PhD students (non-UC) who are staff of government or non-profit development institutions

Research Topics

The topic of the applicant's PhD research must be aligned with SEARCA’s priority thrusts to increase farmers’ income; improve food security and nutrition; increase climate resilience of agricultural systems; and empower farmers, farmer groups, agricultural stakeholders and their institutions.

Benefits

Scholars are entitled to the following:

• Up to USD 4,500 research funds
• Optional internship at SEARCA (up to 2 months, currently suspended), with potential additional funding for travel, insurance, and stipend

Application

Applicants must fill out online the SEARCA PhD Research Scholarship application form and upload a copy of all required documents.

The following must be submitted via the online application process:

1. Letter of application for the research scholarship which should be addressed to the SEARCA Center Director;
2. Official endorsement from the employer (if employed);
3. Accomplished recommendation form from the Dean of Graduate School of the university where the applicant is pursuing the degree program;
4. Dissertation research outline/proposal approved by the Advisory Committee and Dean of Graduate School;
5. Budgetary requirement for the entire research duly attested and recommended by the major adviser and Dean of Graduate School;
6. True copy of grades for courses taken, certified by the Graduate School;
7. Certification from the applicant stating they are not receiving other research grants. If partially funded, include a certification from the other funding agency with the grant amount and covered items, plus proof of no conflict with this application.
8. Research timetable indicating the activities and the expected date of defense which should not exceed one year.

Scholarship Statistics

PhD Research Scholarships New and Ongoing as of FY 2024-2025

Total PhD Research Scholarships Granted as of FY 2024-2025

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