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GRADUATE ASSISTANT - SPORT JOB SUMMARY: The Graduate Assistant will serve as an assistant coach ... Managing the recruiting database, following up with admissions and financial aid regularly on top ...

GRADUATE ASSISTANT - SPORT JOB SUMMARY: The Graduate Assistant will serve as an assistant coach ... Managing the recruiting database, following up with admissions and financial aid regularly on top ...

Graduate Assistant

College Park, MD · On-site

$26K - $27K/mo

Admission as a full-time graduate student at the University of Maryland. * The position requires ... Graduate Assistant I is for master's students. Department ENGR-Mechanical Engineering Worker Sub ...

Graduate Assistant

College Park, MD · On-site

$26K - $27K/mo

Admission as a full-time graduate student at the University of Maryland. * The position requires ... Graduate Assistant I is for master's students. Department ENGR-Mechanical Engineering Worker Sub ...

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How much do admissions graduate assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for admissions graduate assistant in the United States is $18.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an admissions graduate assistant?

Admissions Graduate Assistants are graduate students who work part-time in a college or university’s admissions office. They assist with a variety of tasks, such as reviewing applications, coordinating campus tours, communicating with prospective students, and supporting recruitment events. These positions provide valuable professional experience in higher education and often come with benefits like tuition remission or a stipend. Admissions Graduate Assistants play a crucial role in helping admissions staff manage the application process and engage with future students.

What are the typical responsibilities of an admissions graduate assistant?

As an Admissions Graduate Assistant, you will commonly assist with reviewing applications, organizing campus tours, and communicating with prospective students to answer their questions. You may help coordinate recruitment events, manage applicant data, and support the admissions staff during peak periods. This role often involves both administrative tasks and direct interaction with students, providing valuable experience in higher education operations and student services while working closely with a collaborative admissions team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an admissions graduate assistant?

To thrive as an Admissions Graduate Assistant, you typically need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with university admissions processes, often supported by enrollment in a graduate program. Experience with data management systems like Slate or Ellucian, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, is commonly required. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills help you effectively engage prospective students and support the admissions team. These abilities are crucial for ensuring accurate application processing, positive applicant experiences, and efficient administrative operations.

What is the difference between Admissions Graduate Assistant vs Academic Advisor?

AspectAdmissions Graduate AssistantAcademic Advisor
Required CredentialsGraduate degree, often in education or related fieldGraduate degree, often in education, counseling, or related field
Work EnvironmentAdmissions offices, university campusesAcademic departments, student services offices
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, higher education institutionsUniversities, colleges, higher education institutions
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Admissions Graduate Assistants primarily focus on recruiting and processing prospective students, while Academic Advisors guide current students through their academic programs. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and are common in higher education settings, but they serve different stages of the student lifecycle.

How much does an admissions graduate assistant get paid?

The pay for an admissions graduate assistant typically ranges from $10 to $20 per hour, depending on the institution and location. Many positions also include tuition waivers or stipends as part of the compensation package, and the role often involves administrative tasks, event coordination, and student support.
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Infographic showing various Admissions Graduate Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,736 per year, or $18.6 per hour.

Graduate Assistant & Graduate Scholar

Western New Mexico University

Silver City, NM • On-site

$12/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Graduate Assistant & Graduate Scholar
Position Classification
Student Worker
Department
Graduate Division
Summary
Acts as a support to their department and perform teaching, research, or administrative tasks.
Duties
Duties will be department specific responsibility, teaching assistants, research assistants, program managing, and clerical duties.
Writing Center: The duties of a graduate assistant for the Writing Center would be primarily academic service to WNMU students locally and remotely:
  1. Assessing and marking written work submitted by students in person or through the Writing Center portal.
  2. Conducting Skype and Zoom interactions with students in order to facilitate learning and
  3. improvement in writing.
  4. Ensuring that the assignments submitted by students for review and the requests for Zoom/Skype consultations are responded to quickly and politely.
  5. Assisting the faculty director is communicating with the general faculty about the Writing Center.
  6. Assisting the faculty director in training and monitoring additional (usually undergraduate) tutors.
  7. Conducting in-person and Zoom visits to WNMU classrooms to advertise and explain the services of the Writing Center.
  8. Assisting the faculty director in keeping accurate statistics.
  9. Updating the Writing Center handbook as advised by faculty director.
  10. Attending relevant WAC events that are pertinent to writing pedagogy.
  11. Conducting occasional research into the WAC principles of writing pedagogy in order to improve tutoring skills.

Early Childhood Center: Perform administrative duties to support the Family Counseling Center in the Early Childhood Center of Excellence.
Graduate Admissions & Outreach Programs: Support on the Dual Enrollment side to be able to provide better customer service to the Dual Enrollment committee. Responsible for processing applications for dual students daily. Assist with dual enrollment nights, registrations and any special projects related to dual enrollment.
Duties will be department specific responsibility, teaching assistants, research assistants, program managing, and clerical duties.
Compensation :
  • Graduate Assistant: Per Semester (Spring & Fall): 6 credit-hours tuition/ "required" fees waiver, plus a WNMU stipend (NM minimum wage) with 20 hours required per week for 17weeks. A total of 340 work hours per semester. For Summer: 3 credit-hours tuition/ "required" fees waiver, plus a WNMU stipend (NM minimum wage) with 20 hours required per week. A total of 200 work hours.
  • Graduate Scholar: Per Semester( Spring & Fall): Financial Aid Scholarship Award for a period of one academic year plus a WNMU stipend (20 work hours total required per week for 17 weeks; 340 work hours total) The scholarship will cover 10 un-paid work hours and the stipend will cover the other 10 paid work hours at NM minimum wage. For Summer: If funds are available, summer contract optional. Student will receive a WNMU stipend (NM minimum wage) with10 work hours required per week and 100 total works. No tuition coverage as that was part of the semester award through Financial Aid.

Education/Background
WNMU Graduate student or postgraduate.
Job Knowledge
Skill in the operation of a variety of office equipment and software including but not limited to computer, fax, copier, and telecommunication equipment. Skill in communicating courteously and professionally and in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of community members, students, parents, and staff. Skill in working in an environment subject to frequent interruptions, changing priorities, and use of judgment in the release of confidential information. Skill in researching, compiling, and preparing reports and related information. Must be sensitive to cultural differences within the University and community.
Working Conditions/ Physical Demands (With or Without Accommodations)
Normal office environment. May be required to lift normal office equipment and materials. Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information. Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication. Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions. Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing, reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling, and prolonged sitting.
Other Requirements
  • Final admission status in good academic standing with the Graduate Admissions Office
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Citizen of the United States, out-of-state, or international student
  • Enrolled for a minimum of 6 graduate credits for the fall/spring semesters.
  • A minimum of 3 credits for the summer semester
  • Not be employed by any other NMERB (New Mexico Educational Retirement Board) entity

FOR GRADUATE SCHOLAR - Additional Requirements from the ones above:
Citizen of the United States
  • New Mexico Resident
  • Is a member of a group underrepresented in his/her intended graduate or professional field of study
  • Graduate Scholars may elect to work during the summer subject to funding (funded in part by the State of NM). They are not required to enroll in summer credits.
  • Be financial-aid eligible
  • Graduate Scholars may elect to work during the summer subject to funding (funded in part by the State of NM). They are not required to enroll in summer credits.
  • Be financial-aid eligible

Location
Silver City-On Campus
Salary Range
$12.00 per hour