Graduate Teaching Assistantships
About graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTA)
The Department of Art and Art History offers a limited number of Graduate Teaching Assistantships to full-time students of superior ability and potential. There are two GTA categories: Art History and Studio Art/ Design.
The application deadline for GTAs is January 15.
Follow the directions in your graduate program application. To apply for a GTA your application will require the completion of a supplemental written statement (no more than 500 words) summarizing the GTA applicant's purpose and goals.
Have questions or need more information?
Contact Heather Macali Associate Professor, Graduate Officer at fn1603@wayne.edu.
About GTAs
There are two GTA categories:
- Art History
- Studio Art/ Design
GTAs are awarded for one academic year, beginning with the Fall semester.
Those who receive a GTA may apply for a one-year additional Assistantship. Current GTA's must reapply if they would like to be considered for a second year Assistantship. Satisfactory academic progress is required for reappointment as assessed through quality of studio work and passing of the annual winter review.
GTA provides an annual stipend and a waiver of ten (10) graduate credits per semester. GTA teach undergraduate courses in the Department of Art and Art History. GTA recipients are required to work 20 hours/week.
Application requirements and selection criteria
- Deadline: January 15 annually for both new and renewal applications.
- Decision Date: Applicants will be notified by June 15 annually.
GTA's in Studio Art will be selected based on the quality of work samples and statement of intent, and references.
GTA's in Art History will be selected based on the quality of the statement of intent and references.
How to apply for a GTA
Current students: Follow the directions on the GTA application form.
Prospective students: Follow the directions in your graduate program application. To apply for a GTA your application will require the completion of a supplemental written statement (no more than 500 words) summarizing the GTA applicant's purpose and goals.
FAQS
What is the availability of assistantships?
Typically, we have assistantships available annually. Availability will be announced through the departmental graduate listservs and in response to email inquiries of new students.
When are assistantships available?
Generally we make appointments for Fall semester. Sometimes assistantships become available for Winter. We will post availability of Winter assistantships on the graduate listservs.
What are the due date of applications?
Unless otherwise noted via listserv messages, the due date for all GTA or GSA applications is January 15
Where can I find application materials?
Application, work rules policy, and placement guidelines are all found here: https://cfpca.wayne.edu/art/programs/graduate
When are hiring decisions made?
Rolling basis as decisions are made. Typically completed no later than May 31, if not sooner.
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