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Student Affairs at Vanderbilt, comprised of over 200 professional staff members and over 300 student workers, offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment dedicated to enhancing the student experience. Our team is committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive campus community where every student can thrive academically, socially, and personally. By joining us, you will collaborate with passionate professionals, gain opportunities for growth, and contribute to shaping future leaders while supporting a positive campus environment.

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The 2025-2026 Office of the Provost Graduate Assistantship Program (GA/GAC) application is now closed.

Applicants who wish to be considered if any additional opportunities become available are encouraged to email studentaffairsassistantships@vanderbilt.edu to express their interest.

 

Our Graduate Assistantship Program gives professional students studying on-campus the opportunity to connect theory learned in the classroom with practical work experience. Learn more by watching the Office of the Provost Graduate Assistantship Program Webinar.

Theory + Work Experience

Graduate Assistantship Program

The Office of the Provost proudly partners with Peabody College to offer the Office of the Provost Graduate Assistantship Program. These assistantships, which are available to professional students studying on-campus, provide compensation and allow students the opportunity to connect theory learned in the classroom with practical work experience.

Recruitment Process

This program includes graduate assistantship and graduate area coordinator positions across several offices in the Office of the Provost and Vice Provost areas at Vanderbilt University. 

Candidates are selected based on a matching process. Following interview day, applicants are asked to rank order the positions for which they interviewed. Supervisors do the same for the candidates for which they interviewed.

Candidates who have been matched have until the Graduate School Decision Deadline to formally accept or decline the position offer. Additional rolling matches may be made after the initial matches have been made as candidates notify us of their decision to accept or decline the offer.

Offices with Graduate Assistantship Positions

  • Graduate Assistant Positions

    All Peabody College students are eligible to apply:

    • Arts & Campus Events (Student Affairs)
    • Black Cultural Center (Student Affairs)
    • Center for Spiritual and Religious Life (Student Affairs)
    • Center for Student Wellbeing (Student Affairs)
    • Communications (Student Affairs)
    • Engagement and Graduate Assistant Program (Student Affairs)
    • Greek Life (Student Affairs)
    • LGBTQI Life (Student Affairs)
    • Project Safe (Student Affairs)
    • Strategic Initiatives (Student Affairs)
    • Student Centers (Student Affairs)
    • Student Center for Belonging and Communities (Student Affairs)
    • Student Organizations, Leadership, and Service (Student Affairs)
    • Student Accountability, Community Standards, and Academic Integrity (Student Affairs)
    • Women’s Center (Student Affairs)
    • Career Advancement and Engagement (Career Center)
    • Graduate Admissions and Enrollment Management (Graduate School)
    • Graduate School Events and Communications (Graduate School)
    • Research Development and Support
    • Office of Undergraduate Education
  • Graduate Area Coordinator

    Live-In Positions; all Graduate and Professional students are eligible to apply.

    • Housing & Residential Experience (Student Affairs)

Compensation

  • Graduate Assistants

    The compensation for this assistantship includes an annual stipend paid over the 9-month period and a 66% tuition scholarship, (33% paid by Student Affairs/Office of the Provost and 33% paid by Peabody College) paid directly to your student account. The tuition benefit is for the total minimum number of hours needed to complete your academic program. For information regarding financial aid for students within Peabody College, please visit the Peabody Financial Aid page.

    NOTE: It is required that you apply for financial aid and request that any available work-study funding be used towards these positions.

  • Graduate Area Coordinators

    Compensation includes campus-housing accommodations and an annual stipend of paid over the 9-month period.

    Please email studentaffairsassistantships@vanderbilt.edu with questions.

FAQ

  • How many positions should I apply to?

    We encourage applicants to cast a wide net. Some positions will receive between 50 – 60 applications for one available GA/GAC position and thus can be more competitive. While some students will want to be considered for every available position, we encourage you to select positions you would seriously consider.

  • Are references required as part of the GA application process?

    Yes. During the application process in eRezLife, you will be asked to provide the contact information for two references. References will be reviewed before extending an offer.

  • What if I am unable to interview on the scheduled interview day?

    You are still eligible to apply for positions. If you are unable to participate on the scheduled interview day, please email studentaffairsassistantships@vanderbilt.edu. We will work with you to schedule your Zoom interview(s) on a different date.

     

  • How many interviews should I expect to have on GA Interview Day?

    This depends on how many positions you applied for. On average, applicants can expect between 1 to 4 interviews. Again, we encourage you to cast a wide net but only apply for the positions for which you would seriously consider.

  • How long are interviews expected to last?

    Interviews are scheduled from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT. Each interview will last approximately 25 minutes.

  • I received a scholarship from Peabody College. Can I stack my scholarship with a GA position?

    GA positions cannot be stacked with most scholarships. Typically, the GA position is more advantageous and of greater value than the Peabody scholarships. However, since the Graduate Student Workers (GSW) and Graduate Area Coordinator (GAC) positions are not tuition-based in compensation, you can combine these packages with your Peabody scholarship. For any further questions about your scholarship, please email studentaffairsassistantships@vanderbilt.edu.

  • Where can I find information about graduate assistant opportunities for my Peabody program?

    Different departments share their opportunities at different times. We recommend contacting someone from your department and checking the Peabody Job Board.

  • Can international students apply for GA/GAC positions, and do they need to apply for financial aid?

    It is required that all GAs/GACs apply for financial aid and request that any available work-study funding be used towards their positions. While international students are unable to apply for financial aid, they are still eligible to apply for these positions. International students with additional questions can contact isss@vanderbilt.edu.

  • If I have a GA/GAC position, can I work a second job on top of my GA/GAC position?

    Professional students at Peabody College are permitted to work up to 29.5 hours a week at the University. However, permission is needed from one’s Program Director, Associate Dean, and Supervisor to exceed 20 hours.

  • Can I apply for a GA/GAC position without a VU email address or VUnetID?

    Yes! If you do not yet have a Vanderbilt email address or VUnetID, you can follow the instructions to use your mobile phone number instead.

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