Graduate Assistantships

The Graduate Assistantship (GA) program at Southwestern College is an opportunity for students to receive a stipend and discounted tuition in exchange for supporting the college’s staff and administration. Assistantships for $3,600 to $,5400 are typically awarded at the beginning of fall quarter for the entire academic year. Graduate Assistants are expected to work 7.5 to 10 hours per week during each quarter. The award funds are distributed equally over the course of three to four quarters. Part of the award is a tuition discount and the other part is paid to the student as a stipend.

We ask that you complete the Graduate Assistantship application between March – April each year.

Graduate Assistantship Qualifications

Students who apply for a Graduate Assistantship must have the following qualifications:

• Been accepted for graduate studies at Southwestern College
• Filed a FAFSA application
• Strong interpersonal communication and writing skills
• Ability to take initiative and able to work independently

Responsibilities of a Graduate Assistantship

Graduate Assistants responsibilities will vary and may include the following:

• Social media outreach
• Working at the SWC Quimby Library
• Working at Tierra Nueva Counseling center
• Supporting different offices doing filing, phone coverage, data entry
• Development work on behalf of SWC
• Attending and assisting at SWC community lectures
• Conducting research projects under supervision
• Create activities that create community on campus (participate in Art Hive, run a meditation group, coordinate a talent show or music night
• Support the Art Therapy/Counseling program by organizing art supplies and working in the gallery

Apply here for a GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP