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Graduate Assistantship FAQs

Who is eligible for a Graduate Assistantship?  

To be eligible for a graduate and doctoral assistantship, a student must:  

  • Hold a baccalaureate degree  

  • Be enrolled for no more than 12 credits per semester, but no less than 9 credits per semester of graduate study in their program at the university  

  • Be of academic standing consistent with the expectations for the role of graduate or doctoral assistant  

  • Have a 3.5 graduate GPA at Kean after completing at least 9 credits  

How do I apply for a Graduate Assistantship if I am a prospective student at Kean University?  

When applying for a graduate degree program, you will be prompted with a question asking if you wish to be considered for a Graduate Assistantship. By selecting 'yes,' you will have the opportunity to complete an application to be considered for one of the following positions: Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA), Graduate Research Assistant (GRA), or Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA).  

How do I apply for a Graduate Assistantship if I am a current student at Kean University?  

Current graduate students who want to be considered for a graduate assistantship position should apply through the following LINK .   

Do I need to reapply for a Graduate Assistantship every year?   

You may reapply for a graduate assistantship each year if you have not previously received an offer. Students who currently hold a graduate assistantship position are required to reapply annually in order to be considered for renewal for the following academic year. 

Is there a deadline for applications?  

Applicants for a graduate assistantship should apply by March 1 for priority consideration for an assistantship.   

How will I know if I am accepted into the Graduate Assistantship Program?  

As this is a rolling process, supervisors will review applications as they are received. If a supervisor determines that you are a strong candidate for their position, they will contact you directly to schedule an interview. Interviews and selection decisions typically take place prior to the start of the semester for which the position is being filled. 

Does my Graduate Assistantship apply for the summer?  

Graduate assistantships begin in the Fall semester of the new academic year and continue through the end of the Spring semester. There is the possibility to work as a student worker during the summer months, however, this is not guaranteed and is at the discretion of the supervisor and budgetary constraints. Summer GA positions do not cover summer tuition and fees.  

Doctoral assistantships cover tuition and fees for Fall, Spring and Summer.