SC State accepting applications for research assistantships in graduate transportation program

July 28, 2023

For Immediate Release

ORANGEBURG, S.C. – The Master of Science in Transportation program at South Carolina State University has several graduate research assistantships available for students interested in pursuing a master's degree in transportation.

Each graduate research assistant will receive a stipend and a full tuition scholarship.

Assistants will work closely with faculty members to conduct research in such areas as:

Transportation planning
Logistics
Traffic flow theory
Traffic control and simulation
Traffic safety
Alternative transportation fuels and environment.

Detailed application instructions are available here or by scanning the adjacent QR code.

For consideration, candidates must:

· Have earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

· Gain full admission acceptance for the Master of Transportation Program at SC State.

· Have a GPA of 3.0 or greater in previous undergraduate coursework or a GPA of 3.2 or greater in previous graduate coursework.

· Be registered as a full-time student.

Application materials should be received no later than 5 p.m. (Eastern) on Oct. 30 for the Spring Semester and 5 p.m. (Eastern) on June 30 for the Fall Semester.

Students from the following disciplines are encouraged to apply:

Accounting
Economics
Management
Marketing
Psychology
Sociology
Engineering
Engineering technology
Computer science
Biological science
Physical science
Political science
Criminal justice.

Have questions about the program? Contact one of the following:

Dr. Judith Mwakalonge, associate professor, at jmwakalo@scsu.edu or 803-536-8321.
Dr. Stanley Ihekweazu, dean of the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Transportation, at sihekwea@scsu.edu, (803-536-8860 or 803-536-7132.

For admissions, contact:

Dr. Lakesia Tucker, acting dean of the College of Graduate and Professional Studies at ltucker3@scsu.edu or 803-536-7133.

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About South Carolina State University

Founded in 1896 as a land grant institution with a mission of providing service to the citizens of the state, South Carolina State University has evolved from a small teachers’ college into a major University center of learning and research. Located in Orangeburg, S.C., South Carolina State offers more than 50 different fields of study on the undergraduate and graduate levels. South Carolina State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and is a member of the Council of Graduate Schools.