Graduate Assistantships General Information

Does this fact page tell me everything I need to know about NMU's English Graduate and Teaching Assistantships?
No. This fact page simply skims over the vital points of the programs. If you have specific questions, call the Director of English Graduate Studies, Russ Prather, at (906) 227-2857.

What is a Graduate Assistantship?
A graduate assistantship or a teaching assistantship provides a tuition scholarship for eight credits per semester and a $8,898 stipend. Graduate Assistants (GAs) and Teaching Assistants (TAs) perform various tasks in the English Department. For instance, GAs typically work in the Writing Center, with Passages North, in the Language Lab, or in the Center for Native American Studies, while TAs normally teach one section of EN 111 College Composition or EN 090 Basic Composition each semester.

Beyond tuition and pay, GAs and TAs gain invaluable experience that will be helpful when planning to teach or work at the community college or university level.

How Long do Assistantships Last?
Assistants usually are given a one year contract that is renewable for one additional year. At the end of the second year, students who have not completed their degree will not be allowed to reapply for an assistantship.

How do you Apply for an Assistantship?
To apply for an assistantship, click HERE