GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP 

Two types of assistantships are available: teaching and research. The availability varies from semester to semester. The current 9-month stipend for the academic year 2004-2005 is approximately $10,500. Summer employment opportunities are also available.

The assistantship offer includes student health insurance and an out-of-state tuition waiver, but not a full tuition waiver. All students must pay in-state tuition regardless of the type of assistantship. This is common at all the state universities in Texas. As set by the Texas Legislature, state funds cannot be used to totally remit tuition. The current tuition and fees for 9 credits is ~$1,350. Thus, the annual tuition will be slightly over $3,000. The Biomechanics Laboratory will, however, seek every opportunity to provide the tuition through research projects.

The assistantship application form is available at the T.W.U. Graduate School Assistantship Page. Those who are seeking teaching assistantships must also submit Kinesiology Activity Preference Form.