Assistantships
Graduate Teaching Assistantship
The Department of Mathematical Sciences awards approximately 60 Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTAs) each year. The stipend for a GTA in 2008-2009 ranges from $15,450-$18,450 depending on qualifications. These totals include an (optional) $2,000-$3000 summer stipend of which approximately 33 per year are awarded. GTAs receive full tuition waivers but must pay miscellaneous fees each semester. Currently these fees amount to $795 per semester for health insurance (unless you can show that you have other coverage) and approximately $30 per credit hour for additional miscellaneous fees. GTAs teach one college level class per semester, thereby broadening their education while improving their marketability. There are a variety of courses (over 17) that GTAs may teach. This variety provides a tremendous opportunity for students to develop teaching breadth and skills that will increase their academic job opportunities. We begin screening new applicants for GTA appointments on March 1 of every year. More information on graduate assistantships is also available through the MSU Division of Graduate Education Graduate Assistantships page.
Graduate Research Assistantships
Some Graduate Research Assistantships (GRAs) are also available. Stipends are most often the same as those for GTAs but in some cases may be higher. GRAs work on research projects with faculty in the Department of Mathematical Sciences and often with research scientists across campus on interdisciplinary projects. Past GRA opportunities have occurred through interdisciplinary projects associated with the Center for Biofilm Engineering, the Center for Computational Biology, the Mountain Research Center, and the Agricultural Experiment Station. Applicants who are admitted to a graduate degree program in the Department of Mathematical Sciences are automatically considered for such research projects. When a separate application for such a GRA is required, qualified students are notified.
Fellowships and Scholarships
University and departmental scholarships and fellowships are also available. The size of these awards varies widely. Applicants who are admitted to a graduate degree program in the Department of Mathematical Sciences are automatically considered for such awards without the need for further paperwork.
Financial Aid
Students who are in need of additional financial support may apply for institutional loans and work assistance by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Application forms and information regarding financial aid for graduate school may be obtained by contacting the Office of Financial Aid Services, MSU, Bozeman, MT 59717, (406) 994-2845.
Updated: 08/03/2011 |
