The remuneration and work load are determined by the department and approved by the Graduate School. Occasionally, an assistant is allowed to accept less than or more than the 20 hours of work responsibilities. In such cases the stipend and tuition credits are adjusted by the department after approval by the Graduate School to reflect the overall balance of work and study during the term. The research assistant conducts directed research with individual faculty members. Satisfactory performance of assigned job functions and the meeting of academic requirements are conditions for continued support.
Opportunities exist for additional work and study during the summer in many programs.
These awards provide tuition allowances and are not available in stipends. The grant is awarded to help the student cover tuition costs and is based on an analysis of need by an agency of New York state. A student is not eligible for a Tuition Assistance Program award if he or she is receiving federal educational benefits. Federal educational benefits are defined as any educational assistance granted under federal law and supported by federal funds, whether paid directly by the college or the federal government. However, neither NDEA loans nor Veterans Administration benefits bar state awards.