Students must meet the conditions established for appointment as a graduate assistant, but the approval by the Dean of the Graduate School ordinarily is contingent upon academic credentials indicative of truly outstanding quality. These fellowships are awarded annually by the Graduate School, in cooperation with academic departments, to outstanding graduate degree students. The Named Graduate School Fellowship for anthropology is, The Edward Grant Burrows Graduate School Fellowship. Graduate Teaching or Research Assistantships. Any student accepted for graduate study at the University of Connecticut may apply.
Appointments are for the semester.
Recipients usually serve half-time, or 10 hours per week. Tuition waiver and health benefits are included. Part-time lectureships at the University's regional campuses. University Work-Study Program. Eligibility is based on individual needs as established by the Student Aid Office.