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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 ¸ÌéÙÖ±²¥â€™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 2025 OPENINGS

  • Description: The Center for Research and Fellowships (CRF) administers three areas of programming at ¸ÌéÙÖ±²¥ University: 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. While 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:  1.  Nationally 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.  Student Research Programs a. Assist in outreach and application preparation for candidates for research opportunities, such as the internal ¸ÌéÙÖ±²¥ 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.  Presidential 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. 
  • Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a graduate program in any of the colleges at ¸ÌéÙÖ±²¥.
  • 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’s 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: CRF Graduate Student Application LastName Resume and cover letter combined into one PDF file File should be named: LastName_FirstName_CRF Graduate Student Application.

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  • Description:ÌýThe 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 inÌýLSSÌýreception area to direct students to the proctoring room, print and scan exams, and troubleshoot any issues that arise.Ìý
    • 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:ÌýWalk-in booking sessions,ÌýCommunication with undergraduate proctoring staff,ÌýMidterm and final exam coverage,ÌýDelivery of exams.
  • Eligibility:ÌýMust be enrolled in a graduate program in any of the colleges at ¸ÌéÙÖ±²¥.
  • Start Term: Fall 2025
  • Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
  • Work Hours Per Week:ÌýMonday-Friday 9-5pm with an option to work some later hours 11-7pm in our Tolentine Test Center. $15 per hour.
  • Location:ÌýFalvey Memorial LibraryÌý
  • How to Apply:ÌýInterested applicants should send a resume and cover letter toÌýHolly StupakÌýatÌýholly.stupak@villanova.edu.Ìý
  • Additional Information: Learn more aboutÌý.

Join the ¸ÌéÙÖ±²¥ Service Desk Team! Are you a graduate student looking for a flexible, on-campus job that fits your course schedule? We’re hiring Service Consultants at the ¸ÌéÙÖ±²¥ Service Desk! We offer On-the-job training — we’ll teach you everything you need to know!Ìý

Duties/ResponsibilitiesÌý

  1. Deliver first-level help desk support for allÌýUTS-supported systems.
  2. Assist students, faculty, and staff with issues related to ¸ÌéÙÖ±²¥ technology and systems.
  3. Diagnose and resolve computer-related problems.
  4. Record support requests using the TeamDynamix (TDX) ticketing system.
  • Eligibility:ÌýA currently enrolled ¸ÌéÙÖ±²¥ Graduate StudentÌý
  • Preferred qualifications:ÌýÌý
    • Customer service experience
    • Basic technical knowledge
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Start Term: Fall 2025
  • Deadline to Apply:ÌýOpen until filled
  • Work Hours Per Week:Ìý10-20 hrs/week, rateÌýstarting at $13.00/hour
  • How to Apply:ÌýVisit jobs.villanova.edu, and search for Information under Student Jobs.Ìý
  • Questions?ÌýContact Kimberly Walter atÌýKimberly.Walter@villanova.edu

SPRING 2026 OPENINGS

  • Description: The Center for Graduate Research and Education (Grad Center) seeks a year-round hourly graduate assistant (GAH) to join a dynamic, collaborative, student-centered team. This student will provide operational support to the Grad Center team and be the first point of contact for students in the Grad Center Lounge in Vasey Hall. Duties will include, but not be limited to, providing reception desk support to greet all visitors to the Grad Center, assist the Grad Center team with events and programming, act as an ambassador of the Grad Center to the University community, and assist with special research projects. 
  • Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a graduate program in any of the colleges at ¸ÌéÙÖ±²¥.
  • Requirement: 
    • Superlative communication skills (written and oral)
    • Research skills (online, data driven)
    • A passion for graduate education and a commitment especially to ¸ÌéÙÖ±²¥â€™s graduate student community
    • Excellent organization and time management skills
    • Outgoing, friendly, and personable demeanor
  • Work Hours Per Week: 15-20 hrs/week. Monday – Friday (with some evenings and weekends for special events as needed). Graduate Assistant Hourly (GAH) (no tuition remission,  hourly pay at $18/hr.)
  • Start Term: Spring 2026
  • Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
  • How to Apply: Please apply directly using this link: . If you have not yet received your student ID, please email a resume and cover letter to Emily McCloskey at emily.mccloskey@villanova.edu with the subject line "Grad Center Ambassador GAH Position Application". 
  • Additional information: We encourage applicants to read the full position job description here: .

If you would like to advertise your open position to graduate students on this page, please fill out the Open Graduate Student Position form using the button below.

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