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 Villanova’s 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—especially 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 2023 OPENINGS
- Description: Campus Ministry seeks a pianist/organist who will accompany the Pastoral Musicians, Villanova University’s vocal and instrumental sacred music ensemble, in rehearsal and performance. The ensemble works toward building an inclusive community, and musicians from any or no religious background are encouraged to apply. Rehearsals are held Tuesday/Thursday, 5:30-7pm; Sunday Masses are celebrated at 5, 7 and 9pm. Concerts and university-wide masses are scheduled in advance. In addition to rehearsal/performance time, a portion of the required hours will be spent in-office, devoted to supporting the administrative work of the program.
- Eligibility: Student must be enrolled in a graduate program at Villanova University.
- Requirements: Demonstrate piano proficiency and score-reading skills; a virtual or in-person audition (scores will be sent in advance)
- Start Term: Fall 2023 (student music-intensive week begins August 13, 2023)
- Deadline to Apply: July 31, 2023
- Work Hours Per Week: 20
- How to Apply: For more information, email sean.mcelwee@villanova.edu.
- Additional Information: Learn more about the Pastoral Musicians.
- Description: The Augustine and Culture Seminar Program seeks a graduate assistant to assist with coordinating a grant-funded summer high school program entitled “Civitas through Caritas: Cultivating Love, Cultivating Citizens.” This program brings 16 Philadelphia area high school seniors from under-served and/or under-represented communities (and who face barriers to applying to college) to Villanova’s campus for an intense 3-week summer program linking citizenship with Augustinian values. These students receive tutoring support for the college application process throughout the following school year. The description of the duties for the GA include overseeing program details, assisting with recruitment, maintaining social media (including Instagram), following up with the 2022 and 2023 cohorts of the program, and coordinating campus resources at Villanova. The GA will have the assistance of our Senior Administrative Assistant in the ACS program, plus the faculty who are involved in the project. We are looking for a graduate student who is very detail-oriented, and who is eager to support high school students from under-served and under-represented populations. The candidate would also need good networking and recruiting skills, along with the ability to be proactive in terms of working with high school guidance counselors to recruit students.
- Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a graduate program the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Must be able to work 20 hr/week fall and spring semesters.
- Start Term: Fall 2023
- Deadline to Apply: July 21, 2023
- Work Hours Per Week: 20
- How to Apply: Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Dr. Marylu Hill, Teaching Professor, Director of “Civitas through Caritas” at marylu.hill@villanova.edu.
- Additional Information: Learn more about the "Civitas through Caritas" program.
- Description: The Graduate Assistant in this position will be working with our current student population in holistic advising.
- Eligibility: Must be admitted to a graduate degree program at Villanova University.
- Start Term: Fall 2023
- Deadline to Apply: March 1, 2023
- Work Hours Per Week: 20
- How to Apply: Interested applicants must fill out this form. Questions should be directed to Nicole Davis at nicole.davis@villanova.edu
- Additional Information: Click the link to learn more about the Center for Access, Success, and Achievement at Villanova.
- Description: The Center for Research and Fellowships seeks a graduate student in a GAH position. This role helps support, through advising, outreach, and logistical support, the three key areas of programming at CRF: undergraduate research, nationally competitive scholarships and fellowships, and the Presidential Scholars Program (PSP).
- Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a graduate program at any college. Must be able to work 15 hr/week year-round.
- Start Term: Summer/Fall 2023
- Deadline to Apply: This position is filled for 2023-2024
- Work Hours Per Week: 15
- How to Apply: Applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter. Please see additional information for full instructions and job description.
- Additional Information: Read more about the CRF GAH application process and job description.
- Description: Energetic and skilled person with a wide range of creative, technical and organizational skills to assist the Falvey Library Communication Services team with event coordination and scheduling, student worker management, marketing and promotional related projects, content creation, editorial coordination of print and digital projects, graphic design, social media and other administrative duties. This position is 20 hours per week and presents an excellent opportunity to gain a wide range of experience, build strong content portfolio and be published regularly on the University library site. In a fast paced team environment, GA will attend meetings and be part of collaborative team effort to generate fresh story and promotional ideas for the purpose of achieving the objectives of the library's strategic marketing communications plan.
- Eligibility: Enrollment in a Masters level program at Villanova with clear application to duties and/or extensive experience in a higher education setting is also required.
- Start Term: Fall 2023
- Deadline to Apply: This position has been filled.
- Work Hours Per Week: 20
- How to Apply: Applicants must applying on this website and submit a resume and cover letter.
- Additional Information: Visit this website to learn more and apply.
- Description: The LSS Graduate Assistant will provide a wide range of services to support all students attending the university. The GA needs to be creative, flexible, patient, and student-centered. The individual must be able to work in a confidential environment to advance self-awareness and self-advocacy for each student.
- Eligibility: Must be admitted to a graduate degree program at Villanova University.
- Start Term: Fall 2023
- Deadline to Apply: Position Filled for 2023-2024.
- Work Hours Per Week: 20
- How to Apply: Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Emily Harris at emily.f.harris@villanova.edu
- Additional Information: Click the link to learn more about Learning Support Services at Villanova.
- Description: This Graduate Assistantship offers a candidate the opportunity to gain experience from two campus departments: Office of Intercultural Affairs (OIA) and CLAS Office of Graduate Studies. This position will support the mission of both departments and provide key assistance planning and executing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives for Villanova University’s undergraduate and graduate communities. Interest in DEI work is required and some experience in the area is preferred.
- Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a graduate program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Villanova University.
- Start Term: Fall 2023
- Deadline to Apply: May 15, 2023
- Work Hours Per Week: 20
- How to Apply: Please email a resume and cover letter indicating your interest in working in the Office of Intercultural Affairs/Graduate Studies Peer Mentorship Program to Dr. Eloise Berry (eloise.berry@villanova.edu) and Dr. Emory Woodard (emory.woodard@villanova.edu).
- Additional Information: Learn more about the Office of Graduate Studies in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and the Office of Intercultural Affairs.
- Description: Management of Campus Ministry social media account; create and/or cultivate content related to the various aspects of Campus Ministry; work with Campus Ministry staff and the Director of Communication to promote future programming and recap past programming; work with student leaders and student groups to highlight student experiences in programs and on campus; photograph/film Campus Ministry events and programs; acknowledge current events and prominent cultural celebrations; collaborate with Campus Ministry staff and the Director of Communication to provide, when appropriate, thoughtful responses to current events; highlight prominent faith-based celebrations, holidays and historical events (Augustine's feast day, Thanksgiving, Black Catholic History Month, etc.); discuss with Campus Ministry staff and the Director of Communication any replies that cause concern and may need action; maintain an awareness of social media trends and best practices.
- Eligibility: The successful candidate will be enrolled in a graduate program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Villanova School of Business, College of Engineering or College of Nursing. Preference will be given to an incoming graduate student in Communication or Theology and Ministry who is interested in staying in the position for 2 years.
- Start Term: Fall 2023
- Deadline to Apply: Position filled
- Work Hours Per Week: 7-10
- Compensation: Tuition Scholar receives tuition remission for 9-12 graduate credits per semester, depending on the total hours.
- How to Apply: Please send a letter of interest and resume to missionandministry@villanova.edu.
- Additional Information: Learn more about the Office of Mission and Ministry at Villanova University.
- Description: The Graduate Resident Director (GRD) is a paraprofessional member of the Office for Residence Life. Responsibilities include the overseeing of daily operations of assigned hall(s), including student staff supervision, building maintenance, planning and implementing community building efforts, policy enforcement, and crisis intervention. GRDs serve in the primary on-call rotation after hours. In addition, each GRD will be given one collateral assignment in the Office for Residence Life based on interest, experience, and skills. GRDs are supervised by the Area Coordinator for Residence Management for their designated area. Read the full Graduate Resident Director position description.
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree required. Must be enrolled in a full-time Graduate Program at Villanova University. Law Students are not eligible to apply.
- Start Term: Fall 2023
- Deadline to Apply: Positions Filled for 2023-2024.
- How to Apply: Carefully review the information on this website to learn about the position and application process.
- Additional Information: Contact Dillon Eppenstein with any questions and view the Residence Life website.
- Description: The foundation of our residence hall program is the RA position. RAs are a community of student leaders dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our residential students.
RAs are undergraduate and graduate students available to assist with personal issues, academic needs, housing questions, facilities concerns and more. RAs provide leadership and guidance for residents, plan events, provide opportunities to meet new people and learn new things, and hold periodic meetings to share information and review community policies. Residence Life houses RAs in every on-campus residence hall. Read the full job description here.
- Eligibility: Read more about eligibiliity and benefits on the Residence Hall Student Staff Opportunities website.
- Start Term: Fall 2023
- Deadline to Apply: Accepting applications through May 31, 2023.
- How to Apply: Carefully review the information on this website to learn about the position and application process.
- Additional Information: Contact Dillon Eppenstein with any questions and view the Residence Life website.
- Description: The Sophomore Service Learning Community (SLC) and Freshman Service Learning Commmunity (Caritas) are the integration of theoretical knowledge and experiential learning in the community. They provide a context for critical and constructive thinking and action that promote the common good. Students are placed in under-resourced schools or community agencies who serve those who live in poverty or are marginalized by their identity. The Service Learning Communities (SLC) are comprised of more than 200 first year students and sophomore participants and 25 or more junior and senior undergraduate student teaching assistants and student co-chairs. SLC brings students together in a multidimensional living and learning experience. Graduate Assistants inspire, educate and facilitate the development of students in Service Learning Courses and SL Communities and participate in the work of the Office of Service Learning. This is a 2 year commitment as a tuition scholar which requires 7 hours of work per week. Responsibilities assigned from the list below are deteremined by the Director of OSL.
- Eligibility: Must be enrolled in graduate program in College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
- Start Term: Fall 2023
- Deadline to Apply: May 20, 2023
- Work Hours Per Week: 7
- How to Apply: Please send your cover letter and resume to noreen.cameron@villanova.edu - subject TA 22-24. Candidates will be notified if selected for an interview.
- Additional Information: Learn more about the Office of Service Learning.
- Description: As a Catholic University in the Augustinian tradition, Villanova University is committed to creating a welcoming and caring community. Diversity and inclusion has been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova’s mission. The Office of Student Involvement strives to build meaningful communities by creating inclusive spaces. Through advising and supporting the Campus Activities Team, the Graduate Assistant for Campus Programs plays an integral role in the Villanova community through the development of late-night on-campus programs for undergraduate students. The Graduate Assistant for Campus Programs will serve as a member of the three-person Campus Programming team which is comprised of the Assistant Director for Campus Programs and two Graduate Assistants for Campus Programs. Together, this team will be responsible for providing late night programming on campus through coordinated efforts from the Office of Student Involvement. Additionally the Graduate Assistant for Campus Programs assists in the advising of Villanova University’s student run programming board (Campus Activities Team – “CAT”) that is responsible for large and small scale, alcohol free, and/or alternative late-night programming for the undergraduate Villanova University community. The Office of Student Involvement is an exciting and busy work environment with multiple peak periods of work activity across the calendar year. Due to the timing of programming, it is to be expected that meetings and events will be scheduled beyond traditional work hours. The Graduate Assistant is expected to work into evenings and on weekends throughout the academic year. This GA will also be responsible for assisting with the oversight of Villanova’s “Senior Week” under the direction of the Assistant Director, and will assist with other large-scale programming initiatives sponsored by the Office of Student Involvement including Welcome Week, Family Weekend, and high-risk weekend programming. Specific Responsibilities & Expectations: Attend a Graduate Assistant training as determined by the Assistant Director for Campus Programs. If the opportunity is available, serve as a Resident Assistant living on campus supporting students within the Villanova University Residence Halls. Duties include community development, resident relationships, duty, policy enforcement, leadership and staff support, as well as housing operations. For more information regarding Residence Assistant Opportunities, please review the Resident Assistant Job Description.
- Attend & implement the CAT Orientation week along with the Campus Programming team
- Co-Advise the CAT leadership team as a member of the Campus Programming team
- Serve as a mentor and resource for students on the Campus Activities Team while taking a holistic approach to student development and formation
- Assist in the implementation of Student Involvement programming
- Attend monthly Student Involvement operations meetings
- Meet weekly with the Assistant Director for Campus Programs for feedback, guidance, and evaluation
- Other duties as assigned
- Attend & implement the CAT Orientation week along with the Campus Programming team
- Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a full-time, two-year graduate program in any of the colleges at Villanova.
- Start Term: Fall 2023
- Deadline to Apply: This position has been filled.
- Work Hours Per Week: 20
- How to Apply: Please email a resume and cover letter to Andre Richet at andre.richet@villanova.edu.
- Additional Information: Learn more about the Office of Student Involvement.
- Description: Study Abroad Consultant GAH: The successful candidates must have strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills and a commitment to working with undergraduate students. While all graduate students are invited to apply, OEA is particularly interested in incoming graduate students who have had study abroad experience and can speak to their own personal study abroad journey in their advising. This position does not come with a tuition waiver. There is an opportunity for this position to be renewed for the following academic year. The Study Abroad Consultant will have numerous opportunities to develop their professional skills through advising students, public speaking, social media management, and event planning. The graduate student Study Abroad Consultant will work in the following areas:
- 1. Student Advising
- Deliver the First Step Information Session
- Use the OEA Framework and Advising MAPs to discuss study abroad programming options with potential study abroad students during individual appointments.
- Help assigned students move through the study abroad approval and application process once they have selected a program.
- Deliver the First Step Information Session
- 2. Student Programming
- Assist with pre-departure orientation programming.
- Support returned-student activities
- Assist with pre-departure orientation programming.
- 3. Social Media
- Support OEA Social Media efforts
- 1. Student Advising
- Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a graduate program in any of the colleges at Villanova. Previous study abroad experience.
- Start Term: Fall 2023
- Deadline to Apply: August 1, 2023
- Work Hours Per Week: 15 hrs/week
- How to Apply: Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Liz Campanella, Director of the OEA, at elizabeth.campanella@villanova.edu. Application materials must be submitted using the following guidelines:
- Email subject line should contain: OEA Graduate Student Application LastName
- Resume and cover letter combined into one PDF file
- File should be named: LastName_FirstName_OEA Graduate Student Application
- Include a proposed work schedule for fall 2023 in the cover letter. The OEA is open M-F, 9am-5pm.
- Email subject line should contain: OEA Graduate Student Application LastName
- Additional Information: Learn more about the Office of Education Abroad.