What kinds of assistantships are available on campus for graduate students?
There are variety of possible assistantships available: Graduate Assistantships (GAs), Teaching Assistantships (TAs), and Research Assistantships (RAs). GAs and TAs are awarded directly by academic or administrative departments. RAs are usually awarded by individual faculty. TAs and RAs are typically given to students in that particular department, while GAs are typically administrative positions and may be awarded to students from a variety of departments. Applying for these positions typically requires a resume and cover letter, expressing your interest in the possibility of employment within the specific department.
