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.
SUMMER 2024 OPENINGS
- Description: The graduate student research assistant will be assisting with the maintenance and development of the Institute’s two signature publications: the on-line publication, The Augustine Blog, and the print journal, Augustinian Studies.
- Responsibilities: Keeping track of submissions, offering a preliminary reading of and report on submissions, researching references (fact-checking), and working with Augustinian Institute faculty to expand our pool of contributors while maintaining quality.
- Compensation: $18/hr for master's students and $21/hr for doctorate students.
- Eligibility: Advance degree (doctoral) work in either Philosophy, Theology, or Religious Studies, some familiarity with social media and tech support, and at least a broad interest in the study of Augustine and Augustinian thought. Master's students will be considered. Previous work and academic experience highly desirable. Work is generally complex and requires the ability to exercise judgement and make decisions.
- Start Term: Summer 2024
- Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
- Work Hours Per Week: 10-15 hrs/week.
- How to Apply: Apply using the application form. Questions about the position can be directed to Colleen Mitchell.
- Additional Information: Learn more about the Augustinian Institute.
FALL 2024 OPENINGS
- Description: The Office for Mission and Ministry seeks a pianist/organist who will accompany the
- Areas of Responsibility:
- In rehearsal: serve as an assistant musical director; accompany the choir and instrumentalists at the piano; offer constructive feedback; distribute sheet music and manage music library. Rehearsals are held Tuesday/Thursday 5:30-7pm. Support student musical leaders.
- In performance: accompany student musicians at piano (or organ, if applicable); conduct pieces (if applicable); assist in concert management. Concerts and university-wide masses are scheduled with advance notice; Sunday mass times are 5, 7 and 9pm.
- Administrative tasks: prepare repertoire lists; prepare/arrange scores; assist with copyright compliance; generate copy for printed worship aids and concert programs, participate in editing process; create rehearsal and performance materials as needed; assist in scheduling student groups; reserve concert and rehearsal locations; assist in communication with campus partners.
- Expectations and Compensation:
- Provide 300 hours of musical and administrative support in exchange for full tuition remission and stipend. Ideally, the candidate will begin no later than Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Peak periods for the 24-25 Academic Year include August 18-25, 2024 and May 9-16, 2025. There is a higher attendance expectation during these times, (about 30-35 hours for each period), with other weeks during the semester averaging about 15 hours per week.
- Participate in weekly supervision meetings with the Associate Director for Liturgical Music and mid-semester evaluation.
- This position is awarded for one year only. Continuing to a second year is contingent upon ongoing departmental approval of the position, the mid-semester performance evaluation and recipient’s good academic standing.
- Eligibility: Candidates must be accepted graduate students. Musicians from any or no religious background are encouraged to apply. Strong piano skills and proficiency in music reading will be demonstrated through an audition, and scores will be sent to the candidate in advance of an in-person or virtual audition.
- Start Term: Fall 2024
- Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
- Work Hours Per Week: Provide 300 hours of musical and administrative support in exchange for full tuition remission and stipend. Ideally, the candidate will begin no later than Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Peak periods for the 24-25 Academic Year include August 18-25, 2024 and May 9-16, 2025. There is a higher attendance expectation during these times, (about 30-35 hours for each period), with other weeks during the semester averaging about 15 hours per week.
- How to Apply: Send an email with resume and a brief introductory statement to sean.mcelwee@villanova.edu, along with general availability to schedule an interview/audition, via Zoom or in person. Applications will be accepted immediately and until the position is filled.
- Additional Information: Learn more about the position at this website.
- Description: The Graduate Assistant (GA) provides holistic support to a diverse population of students in the Center for Access, Success, and Achievement which include but are not limited to:
- Assist in organizing and implementing CASA Retention and Programming Events.
- Provide support to enrolled CASA Students.
- Manage student caseload.
- Develop and implement CASA Retention Programs.
- Assist in planning program activities, correspondence, typing reports, and formal documents, and maintaining program websites.
- Perform general secretarial and administrative duties: maintain program files, and other official records and files.
- Create an email distribution list and Calendar of Events for all program students.
- Attend all scheduled meetings, training, and staff development and programs pertaining to CASA programming: Graduate Assistant Restorative Conference Meetings, professional development.
- Assist with College Day Programs and Unitas Weekend.
- Create, implement, and evaluate programs pertaining to the CASA Retention and Outreach Program. This includes coordinating the logistics of the programs: creating flyers, reserving space, notifying students, sign-up sheets, transportation, contacting speakers, etc. to promote academic, personal, social, and career-related development.
- Present selected topics pertaining to Early Access at annual Staff Training, Conferences, and throughout campus.
- Additional duties as assigned.
- Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a graduate program in any of the colleges at Villanova. The student must have been accepted into a master's program by the date of hire. The graduate assistantship is contingent upon the acceptance.
- Start Term: Fall 2024
- Deadline to Apply: April 8, 2024
- Work Hours Per Week: 20 hrs/week
- How to Apply: Students must fill out this application form to apply. Resume, Cover letter and scenario questions upon interview.
- Additional Information: Learn more about CASA.
- Description: This is a unique opportunity to work in two student-facing departments at Villanova University for 20 hours a week in exchange for tuition remission and a monthly stipend. The candidate in this position will work 10 hours in the CASA office. This position is for administrative support and assistance to the Director for the Center for Access, Success, and Achievement as needed and including all operations related to the CASA Lending Library, general office tasks. This position also works 10 a week with the Coordinator of the Service and Social Justice Experience Program in the office of Campus Ministry, assisting with all necessary operations of the program. Learn more about the position on this website.
- Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a graduate program in any of the colleges at Villanova. The student must have been accepted into a master's program by the date of hire. The graduate assistantship is contingent upon the acceptance.
- Start Term: Fall 2024
- Deadline to Apply: April 8, 2024
- Work Hours Per Week: 20 hrs/week
- How to Apply: Students must fill out this application form to apply. Resume, Cover letter and scenario questions upon interview.
- Additional Information: Learn more about CASA and the Center for the Common Good.
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.
- Description: The CPS Academic Programs Team is accepting applications for a postgraduate, part-time internship. This unique opportunity is geared towards individuals with an interest in exploring a career in higher education, specifically in teaching pedagogy and student support services. This position will assist the Academic Programs Team. This position will help with the creation and planning of current and new programs for students and faculty. The successful candidate will employ the use of student development theories to guide their experience. This position will complete a semester-long project that aligns with the student’s interests and the needs of the College.
- Responsibilities: For a full description of responsibilities, please view the job posting. The graduate student in this position will provide academic advising and student support, participate in professional education, and increase their knowledge of the College of Engineering's industry relationships and community participation.
- Compensation: $18/hr for master's students and $21/hr for doctorate students.
- Eligibility: Bachelor's degree required. Must be enrolled in a graduate degree program in any of the colleges, but preference for students in counseling, higher education, or related field.
- Start Term: Fall 2024
- Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
- Work Hours Per Week: 20 hrs/week.
- How to Apply: Apply using the application form. Questions about the position can be directed to Olivia Mendenall.
- Additional Information: Learn more about the College of Professional Studies' Student Advising and Support team.
- Description: The ODS Graduate Assistant will provide a wide range of services to support registered students here at the university. The GA needs to be creative, flexible, patient, and student centered. The individual must be able to work in a confidential setting to advance self-awareness and self-advocacy for each student.
- Job Functions:
- Maintain confidential records and files, including student database.
- Work with students individually and occasionally in small groups.
- Develop and deliver workshop(s) based on these possible topic areas: Navigating Clockwork, Housing Applications, Registration strategies, Navigating the dining experience, Successful shuttle management, reasonable accommodations in the classroom.
- Assist with the arrangement and coordination of disability accommodations such as: alternate format for textbooks, notetaking assistance, scribes, test accommodations, test proctoring, and other duties as assigned. GA may be asked to scribe, read, or proctor on occasion.
- Communicate with other support offices, academic departments, and divisional partners in shared efforts to support students.
- Maintain an active social media presence for ODS to promote programs and key reminders over course of the academic year.
- Other Skills:
- Good oral and written communication.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills to work with groups and individuals with diverse backgrounds.
- Strong computer skills.
- Willingness to learn new software.
- **Training and supervision will be provided in fulfilling the above skills desired.**
- Job Functions:
- Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a graduate program in any of the colleges at Villanova. The student must have been accepted into a master's (or PhD if applicable) program by the date of hire. This position is open to both incoming and returning graduate students.
- Start Term: Fall 2024. This position is approved for one academic year (2024-2025) and continuation into a second year will be contingent upon funding and performance.
- Deadline to Apply: Open Until FIlled
- Work Hours Per Week: 20 hrs/week
- How to Apply: Students must email a resume and cover letter to ods@villanova.edu.
- Additional Information: Learn more about Villanova's Office of Disability Services.