Mid-year funding is sometimes possible but cannot be guaranteed. Students work under the direction of Government faculty, performing teaching and research related activities. Minority Graduate Assistantships. Minority Graduate Assistantships are awarded by the Graduate School. Nominations are solicited from graduate programs across campus and MPA students have a high success rate in securing such positions.
Students work under the supervision of a faculty member from the nominating program.
Paid part-time positions are arranged under contracts with agencies in the immediate area. Students work from 15 to 20 hours per week for varying lengths of time, depending on the nature of the project. Normally, priority is given to second-year students. Internship credits may be arranged. New Mexico Municipal League Donald C. Rider Scholarship.