They are available usually, but by no means exclusively, in the natural and social sciences, and are offered through departments and committees of instruction and their cooperating research institutes. Stipends vary according to such factors as the period of appointment, the program of study, and the availability of tuition supplements. Assistantships in research are noteworthy awards because, generally, they signify a major advance towards fulfilling advanced degree requirements and, moreover, allow participation in collaborative enterprises of research which often are working models of the idea of a community of scholars. Residentships and Tutorships A limited number of graduate assistantships in the Forsyth Residence Halls, and university-owned apartments are open to application by new and continuing graduate students, preferably with resident adviser experience. Qualities which promise substantial contributions to the social and cultural well-being of the undergraduates who live in the residence halls are desired of applicants.
Appointment includes meals, lodging, and a monthly stipend.
Student Educational Services, in conjunction with the Graduate School and departments, maintains a tutoring service composed of advanced students certified by their faculties as competent to tutor in specific courses. Students interested in participation in the tutoring service should consult the Student Educational Services, which determines hours and compensation. Students who have not been certified are not authorized to tutor in the University for compensation. Federal Work Study Students who have demonstrated financial need according to certain federally specified criteria may be eligible for support under the federally sponsored Federal Work Study program. Positions in which graduate students may receive Federal Work Study support include primarily teaching and research assistantships.