Graduate Student Funding Opportunities
Below you will find a list of funding opportunities available to graduate students across the University. Please note that these funding opportunities come in several forms and you should make sure you understand the type of position to which you are applying:
- Graduate Assistantship (tuition remission + stipend)
- Tuition Scholarship (tuition remission only)
- Graduate Assistant Hourly (GAH) (hourly pay only, no tuition or stipend)
IMPORTANT: The majority of 草榴社区鈥檚 funding opportunities for graduate students come from the departments, and most graduate programs on campus have departmental funding. The positions listed on this page require a separate application process, and are outside of academic departments in various centers, offices, and institutes across campus. Please read the descriptions, deadlines, and application requirements listed here carefully鈥攅specially since each one is different.
Please keep in mind that if you are an applicant to a graduate program and have not yet received an admission decision you can proceed in applying to the below positions. However, if you are not admitted to the graduate program of your choice at any point during the application process for the below funding opportunities your application for funding will no longer be considered.
FALL 2025 OPENINGS
- Description: The Center for Research and Fellowships (CRF) administers three areas of programming at 草榴社区: undergraduate research, nationally competitive scholarships and fellowships, and the Presidential Scholars Program (PSP). CRF seeks two year-round, hourly (15-20 hours per week) graduate student Grants and Fellowships Consultants beginning in Fall 2025. The successful candidates must have strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills and a commitment to working with undergraduate students.鈥疻hile all graduate students are invited to apply, CRF is particularly interested in incoming graduate students who can remain in the position for two years. This position does not come with a tuition waiver. The Grants and Fellowships Consultant will have numerous opportunities to develop their professional skills through writing, editing, project management, event planning, and advising students. The Grants and Fellowships Consultant will work in the following areas:鈥� 1.鈥�疦ationally Competitive Scholarships and Fellowships a. Student advising: Review personal statements and essays and meet with students to discuss application materials. b. Assist in outreach and recruitment of candidates for external scholarships and fellowships, such as the Fulbright U.S. Student Program and other awards. c. Update CRF promotional materials. 2.鈥�疭tudent Research Programs a. Assist in outreach and application preparation for candidates for research opportunities, such as the internal 草榴社区 Undergraduate Research Fellowship (VURF) Program and external summer research programs. b. Support various programming events, including professional development workshops for undergraduates and the autumn Student Research Symposium. 3.鈥�疨residential Scholars Program (PSP) a. Support PSP events, including the Presidential Scholars Interview Program (February), Summer Academy pre-orientation program, and student events during the year.鈥�
- Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a graduate program in any of the colleges at 草榴社区.
- Work Hours Per Week: 15-20 hrs/week. Graduate Assistant Hourly (GAH) (no tuition remission, hourly pay at the standardized rates of $18/hr for masters level and $21/hr for doctoral level).
- Start Term: Fall 2025
- Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
- How to Apply: Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to the CRF team at crf@villanova.edu. Cover letters should discuss the candidate鈥檚 interest in qualifications in supporting the three areas in which CRF operates. Application materials must be submitted using the following guidelines: Email subject line should contain:鈥疌RF Graduate Student Application LastName Resume and cover letter combined into鈥痮ne PDF file File should be named:鈥疞astName_FirstName_CRF Graduate Student Application.
- The College of Engineering has open positions based on available funding and current projects. Please review the College of Engineering Graduate Assistantship website for open positions.
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- Description:听The Exam Proctoring Assistant handles responsibilities including scheduling, printing, proctoring, scanning, and monitoring exams, communicating with faculty, staff, and students. The Exam Proctoring Assistant is also necessary to ensure that, in the event the Exam Proctoring Coordinator is unavailable, another constituent on campus is able to assist with questions of exam scheduling and other daily tasks necessary to the smooth functioning of accommodated exam proctoring. The Assistant will perform the following tasks:
- Utilize our secure data management to assist with scheduling exams.
- Assist in proctoring exams when needed.
- Assist in providing testing accommodations such as reading, scribing, and assistive technology when needed.
- Monitor traffic in听LSS听reception area to direct students to the proctoring room, print and scan exams, and troubleshoot any issues that arise.听
- Provide coverage for when the Exam Proctoring Coordinator is unavailable.
- Undertake miscellaneous tasks the Exam Proctoring Coordinator or other Learning Support Services Staff may require seasonal assistance with, including:听Walk-in booking sessions,听Communication with undergraduate proctoring staff,听Midterm and final exam coverage,听Delivery of exams.
- Eligibility:听Must be enrolled in a graduate program in any of the colleges at 草榴社区.
- Start Term: Fall 2025
- Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
- Work Hours Per Week:听Monday-Friday 9-5pm with an option to work some later hours 11-7pm in our Tolentine Test Center. $15 per hour.
- Location:听Falvey Memorial Library听
- How to Apply:听Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to听Holly Stupak听at听holly.stupak@villanova.edu.听
- Additional Information: Learn more about听.
- Description: The Graduate Teaching Assistant provides valuable support to the Law School Professional Development program.
- Assist with evaluating student submissions in Professional Development classes for compliance with assignment requirements.
- Assist in the creation of course assignments and presentations, including conducting subject matter research and developing materials.
- Acquire and maintain knowledge of Professional Development course guides and class policies; make informed decisions based on course guides, precedent, and policies; assist students by responding to routine questions regarding the courses.
- Assist with administrative tasks, including room reservations, parking passes for guest speakers, and other administrative duties.
- Track and report class attendance.
- Communicate with students via email and Suitable.
- Post assignments to Suitable and Blackboard.
- Acquire and maintain knowledge of any database or software necessary to support the Professional Development curriculum, including Suitable.
- Work independently without daily supervision; exercising professional judgment when consulting with students and law school staff and faculty.
- Manage time and adhere to time-sensitive deadlines.
- Maintain confidentiality of projects and course assignments.
- Eligibility:
o Must be a currently enrolled graduate student at 草榴社区. Students enrolled in a Master鈥檚 Degree program in Business Administration, Education (with a Concentration in Higher Education Leadership, or Educational Policy), Human Resource Development, Public Administration, or Counseling (with a concentration in School Counseling) are especially encouraged to apply.
o Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and strict attention to detail and reliability.
o Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be able to handle difficult situations.
o Must have ability to work and make decisions independently.
o Must have ability to perform repetitive tasks with great accuracy and consistency.
o Must have experience using software such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
o Experience using Blackboard is preferred.
- Start Term: Fall 2025
- Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
- Work Hours Per Week: 10-20 hrs/week, $15 per hour.
- Location: Widger Law School Building
- How to Apply: Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Cheryl Baro at
- Additional Information: Learn more about .
The Graduate Assistant Hourly (GAH) focused on Health Professions Advising in the Office for Undergraduate Students in the College of Liberal Arts and Science. The GAH is responsible for managing outreach efforts for the office including development of social media content, newsletters, and communications to undergraduate students and alumni. This position will also support the office through event planning, providing front desk coverage, and assessing and directing student (current, prospective, and alumni), faculty, and staff inquiries to the office. This position offers the opportunity for the graduate student to gain practical experience in an office that offers specialized advising to students on a pre-health pathway. Some health interests that we assist with include pre-med, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, physician assistant, physical therapy, occupational therapy, public health, etc.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Manages the front desk for the office, answering phone calls, emails, and walk-in inquiries.
- Develops content and manages social media outreach efforts for the office.
- Organize the bi-weekly Health Professions Advising newsletter under direction of the Director.
- Assists in event planning, with a particular focus on the pre-health honor society induction, Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED), which is held annually in the spring.
- Participate in meetings, training sessions, and one-on-one supervision meetings.
- Conducts research and assessment to enhance and better the services of the Office of Health Professions Advising
- Collaborate on special projects and presentations to classes, clubs, and organizations as needed.
- Eligibility: Must be admitted to a graduate degree program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences as a full-time student.
- Preferred qualifications: include having an interest in student affairs, academic advising, public health, and a commitment to the University鈥檚 mission. The individual should be a superior communicator and collaborator and dedicated to seeing tasks completed from start to finish.
- Start Term: Fall 2025
- Deadline to Apply: June 30, 2025
- Work Hours Per Week: 15-18 hrs/week
- How to Apply: Please prepare a letter of interest and a resum茅 and complete the application .
- Additional Information: Opportunities for professional development are available through virtual conferences and local meetings. Experience working with student groups and social media/outreach is also preferred. Learn more about the Health Professions Advising team within the Office for Undergraduate Students: Student Success | Liberal Arts and Sciences | 草榴社区.
Join the 草榴社区 Service Desk Team! Are you a graduate student looking for a flexible, on-campus job that fits your course schedule? We鈥檙e hiring Service Consultants at the 草榴社区 Service Desk! We offer On-the-job training 鈥� we鈥檒l teach you everything you need to know!听
Duties/Responsibilities听
- Deliver first-level help desk support for all听UTS-supported systems.
- Assist students, faculty, and staff with issues related to 草榴社区 technology and systems.
- Diagnose and resolve computer-related problems.
- Record support requests using the TeamDynamix (TDX) ticketing system.
- Eligibility:听A currently enrolled 草榴社区 Graduate Student听
- Preferred qualifications:听听
- Customer service experience
- Basic technical knowledge
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Start Term: Fall 2025
- Deadline to Apply:听Open until filled
- Work Hours Per Week:听10-20 hrs/week, rate听starting at $13.00/hour
- How to Apply:听Visit jobs.villanova.edu, and search for Information under Student Jobs.听
- Questions?听Contact Kimberly Walter at听Kimberly.Walter@villanova.edu