Become a Graduate Assistant at the University of Denver

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  Graduate Teaching Assistant

  Our GTAs play a crucial role in undergraduate classes and labs. They support professors by tutoring, proctoring exams, leading in-class discussions, evaluating student work, and more. Their partnership with faculty and students creates a cohesive and inclusive learning experience while building their pedagogical skills. 

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  Graduate Service Assistants

  Working as a GSA involves a range of responsibilities that extend beyond the classroom. Students in GSA positions work alongside departments and fulfill project-based or administrative duties, event coordination, publication or social media work, and other vital University functions. These roles help students polish their professional skills, gain real-world work experience, and connect with the on-campus community. 

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  Graduate Research Associates

  For those students who gravitate toward investigation and discovery, GRA positions provide a platform to collaborate with DU’s faculty and engage in groundbreaking research projects. From working in labs to writing scholarly articles for publication, the GRA roles enhance students’ academic pursuits and contribute to DU’s reputation for research excellence.

Graduate Assistantship Requirements

While specific eligibility requirements vary based on the type of assistantship and the academic department, applicants must be in good academic standing to qualify. Additionally, students working as a GTA, GSA, or GRA cannot hold a work-study or full-time staff role.

Please connect with your academic department to learn more about the required qualifications for a position.

Can International Students Work as Graduate Assistants?

Yes, our commitment to diversity extends to our graduate assistantship programs by encouraging applications from international students. Our students from abroad enrich the academic community with unique experiences and perspectives.

In addition to meeting program-specific requirements, international students or students whose native language is not English who wish to be considered for any graduate teaching assistantship must demonstrate fluency in spoken English by scoring: 

• A minimum of 26 on the internet-based TOEFL (iBT) exam speaking section;
• A minimum of 8 on the IELTS exam speaking section or 
• A minimum of 200 is required on the C1 Advanced exam speaking section.

Please review more in-depth requirements for international or non-native English speakers. Or, connect with DU’s International Student & Scholar Services to learn more.

Graduate Assistantship Resources

Graduate Bulletin

For in-depth information about eligibility criteria, hiring processes and required paperwork, employment restrictions, stipends, and waivers, please review DU’s Graduate Bulletin to learn more about our graduate assistantships.