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Graduate Assistantships
Requirements
To be eligible to apply for a competitive graduate assistantship, students must be fully accepted for graduate study, have an Approved Program Form on file, and be pursuing course work for a Master's or Specialist degree. They must have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or a minimum graduate GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale in at least eight graduate hours, must have submitted GRE or GMAT scores, or met the alternative requirement, depending on the program of study. See the catalog entry for individual program requirements.
International students who did not complete both primary and secondary education in a nation or territory in which English is the primary language must have completed one trimester in-residence graduate work and must successfully complete the Speaking Proficiency English Assessment Test (SPEAK) before they can be appointed as a Graduate Teaching Assistant or as a Graduate Tutor. A first term international student may apply for research or administrative assistantships if they have the skills required in the job description. Contact the Graduate Office for further information about the SPEAK Test.
The Graduate student must enroll in and complete a minimum of nine hours with at least six hours at the graduate level per trimester to be eligible for an assistantship. Students must maintain a 3.00 grade point average in graduate courses each term of enrollment to obtain or continue in an assistantship. Graduate Assistants must submit the Approved Program Form during the first two weeks of their first term of enrollment.
Assistantships are available on a competitive basis. In addition to the stipend of $6000 for the academic year ($3000 per trimester-fall and spring), a waiver up to 100% of the standard tuition and designated fee rate is provided for both resident and nonresident graduate assistants. The fee waiver does not cover the technology fee. In the case of an online/web course, the delivery fee is not covered. Applications should be made by March 1 for the next fall trimester to the Graduate Office and will be accepted until all positions are filled. Forms are available from the Graduate Office or online at www.nwmissouri.edu/graduate under Financial Assistance.
Graduate Assistantships are available in all areas where graduate degrees are offered. Graduate teaching assistantships are available in biology, chemistry, the College of Education, computer science laboratories, English, and the Writing Center. Graduate tutorial assistantships are available to graduate students who hold a baccalaureate degree from a regionally-accredited institution of higher learning. Preference will be given to Northwest graduates with specialized experiences in high-need areas. Graduate tutorial assistantships involve individualized tutoring of undergraduate students in general study areas.
A student will not be approved for an assistantship if employed in another position by the University. No student may hold more than one assistantship. In the event a graduate student resigns from the assistantship and remains as a student, full fees prorated for the portion of the trimester remaining will be assessed. Students may hold a Graduate Assistant position for a maximum of one degree program.
Graduate assistantship information is available in the Graduate Office. Information about other financial assistance may be obtained from the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance.
Position Descriptions
Administrative Assistant
Collect and compile data for reports, develop and assemble materials for booklets and handouts, recording information, develop files, do library searches for faculty and administrators, proctor examinations and such other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Research Assistant
Assist in research design, assist in writing project proposals, assist in preparation of grant proposals, conduct literature reviews, analysis of research data and preparation of tables, writing research reports and such other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Teaching Assistant
Assist in setup for laboratory, monitor laboratories, assist students with problems, operate audio visual equipment, assist in preparation of course materials, assist in administering and scoring examinations, monitor classes as requested and such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. NOTE: International students who did not complete both their primary and secondary education in schools where the media of instruction is English, must pass the SPEAK Test and complete one trimester of graduate school to be eligible.
Tutorial Assistant
Provides basic undergraduate tutoring in specialized subject areas in the Talent Development Center. Follows the established guidelines for a basic tutorial session, adapts communication style for a variety of student levels of interest and ability, keeps accurate records of client service, maintains confidentiality of information and services, maintains a professional and supportive relationship with the academic community, maintains resources of the Talent Development Center, develops or locates appropriate materials to help clients learn course concepts, and proctors tests and such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. NOTE: International students who did not complete both their primary and secondary education in schools where the media of instruction is English, must pass the SPEAK Test and complete one trimester of graduate school to be eligible.
Graduate Assistant Positions Offered
Position availabilty was updated for Spring 2010 as of November 6, 2009.
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College of Arts and Sciences
All assistantships in this college are 9 month contracts.
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Biology - 660-562-1388
Chemistry/Physics - 660-562-1388
English -660-562-1265
Geology/Geography - 660-562-1723
Honors Program 660-562-0807
History 660-562-1290
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Math 660-562-1230
Music 660-562-1315
Speech - 660-562-1506
Theatre - 660-562-1321
Facilities Manager -660-562-1320
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College of Professional and Applied Studies
All assistantships in this college are 9 month contracts.
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Agriculture 660-562-1155
Dean's Office 660-562-1277
Business Computer Lab 660562-1600
Accounting/Finance/Econ 660-562-1835
MIS 660-562-1600
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Marketing/Management 660-562-1837
Business Office Programs 660-562-1292
Computer Science 660-562-1600
CSI Computer Lab 660-562-1600
Regional Business Review 660-562-1837
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College of Education and Human Services
Assistantships in this college are 9 month contracts except trainers who are 10 months and others where indicated.
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Cirriculum and Instruction 660-562-1239
Horace Mann School 660-562-1233
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Educational Leadership 660-562-1231
Dean's Office 660-562-1778
Child Development Lab 660-562-1237
Psychology 660-562-1260
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HPERD
Limited to M.S.Ed. Health & PE, M.S. Recreation, and MS Applied Health Science students.
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Athletics
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Physical Education
Trainers 660-562-1313
HPERD
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Talent Development Center
Assistantships are 9 month contracts except where indicated.
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Tutorial Assistant 660-562-1727
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Graduate Administrative Assistantships
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Graduate Office 660-562-1145
Career Services 660-562-1250
CAPS Leadership 660-562-1226
CAPS SAC (Student Activities Council) 660-562-1226
Sports Information Office 660-562-1118
Admissions Office 660-562-1722
Provost's Office 660-562-1120
(on loan to Office of Assessment 09-10) Office of Assessment 660-562-1147
Owens Library 660-562-1669
President's Office 660-562-1110
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Horace Mann Library 660-562-1271
Wellness Center 660-562-1348
Study Abroad Program 660-562-1367
Athletic Success Program 660-562-1727
Peer Ed/Service Training 660-562-1348
Web Team 660-562-1143
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