Professional Experience in the Field that interests you
Graduate assistants are an integral part of the intellectual community at Culver-Stockton College. The purpose of graduate education is to develop scholars and professionals equipped with the knowledge and skills to succeed in their chosen fields. By working under the supervision of College professionals, graduate assistants gain valuable experience relevant to their profession.
Tuition Waiver Benefit
Up to 18 credit hours per year*
$3,500 Stipend Per Year
This includes a meal plan
If hired as a Residence Director, this stipend is replaced with housing benefits.
Financial Support
Graduate assistantships are merit-based awards that recognize outstanding achievement and provide financial support to students as they pursue their degrees. Both the college and the student benefit from the assistantship. The student receives professional experience and financial support, while the university gains a student assistant dedicated to advancing its mission.
*Students with full-time assistantships are required to work up to 20 hours per week and will receive a waiver of tuition up to 18 hours per year (6 credits per semester inclusive of classes taken during the summer).
The waiver includes tuition only and does not include books and supplies, course fees and other student fees. Tuition waivers only cover graduate courses required for the student's approved program of study, and do not include undergraduate courses to enhance a student's preparation for his/her graduate program.
On your path to success
Graduate assistants are expected to balance the challenges presented by both the assistantship duties and the requirements of the graduate degree. As such, a student must demonstrate satisfactory progress toward the completion of scholarly tasks as well as assignments in the workplace. All graduate students are encouraged to consult with assistantship supervisors and departmental graduate advisors throughout this process.
Students must meet the conditions listed below to apply for an assistantship position:
- Must be fully admitted to a graduate degree program at Culver-Stockton College. Probationary or conditional admission, non-degree, and second bachelor’s degree students are not eligible to hold assistantship positions.
- Submit a graduate assistantship application to Graduate & Professional Studies. Please note that individual hiring areas may require additional application materials or processes.
- Complete all required employment paperwork including a background check. All employment requirements must be met before an assistantship contract is provided.
Students must meet all the conditions listed below in order to remain in an assistantship position:
- Sign an assistantship contract.
- Maintain a 3.0 or higher in the respective graduate program.
- Be enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours of graduate-level coursework during the fall and spring semesters.
- Perform graduate assistantship position responsibilities.
- Adhere to standards of professional ethics and abide by the policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook.
How to Apply
To apply for an assistantship, please submit the required application materials to the Dean of Graduate & Professional Studies, gps@culver.edu. Please read the open position descriptions carefully.
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Open Graduate Assistantship Positions
Position Description: Culver-Stockton College is seeking an Athletic Graduate Assistant for Bowling beginning Fall 2026. The Athletic Graduate Assistant plays a key role in the support of the team at Culver-Stockton College.
Responsibilities:
The duties may include, but are not limited to, scheduling, overseeing team academic study tables/sessions, monitoring academic grades of the student-athletes for the program, assisting with the program's marketing & Advertising, building more inquiries and developing contacts with prospective students, moving inquiries into applicants, sending out Letters of Intent, moving applicants into deposits, and other duties as necessary to advance the College's mission and goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree and will be seeking a graduate degree from Culver-Stockton College.
- Previous experience as a bowler on coach is required, and candidates must have the willingness and ability to recruit and work with prospective students.
- Must have PC skills including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), PowerPoint, Internet, and email.
- A valid driver's license and the ability to travel occasionally including overnight, evenings, and weekends is required.
What We Offer:
Stipend: Graduate assistants receive a $3,500 stipend per year.
*In the event that a graduate assistant is hired as a Residence Director, then the stipend will be modified.
Meal Plan: A meal plan is included in this agreement. Meal service is available only during periods when College dining facilities are open, as determined by the College's official academic calendar and operating schedule.
Tuition Waiver Benefit: Students who receive graduate assistantships are also eligible for limited tuition waiver scholarships of up to 6 credit hours per semester for each fall, spring, and summer semesters for a total of 18 credits per academic year. The waiver includes tuition only and does not include course fees. Tuition waivers are intended to cover graduate courses required for the student's approved program of study and do not include undergraduate courses to enhance a student's preparation for his/her graduate program.
Culver-Stockton is affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and embraces our mission to educate in accordance with the best values in faith and human experience.
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Brianne Seals, Director of Human Resources, Culver-Stockton College, One College Hill, Canton, MO 63435. Electronic submissions to bseals@culver.edu are strongly encouraged.
EOE.
Position Description: Culver-Stockton College is seeking an Athletic Graduate Assistant for Football beginning Fall 2026. The Athletic Graduate Assistant plays a key role in the support of the team at Culver-Stockton College.
Responsibilities:
The duties may include, but are not limited to, scheduling, overseeing team academic study tables/sessions, monitoring academic grades of the student-athletes for the program, assisting with the program’s marketing and advertising, building more inquires and developing contacts with prospective students, moving inquiries into applicants, sending out Letters of Intent, moving applicants into deposits, and other duties as necessary to advance the College’s mission and goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and will be seeking a graduate degree from Culver-Stockton College.
- Previous experience with football as a player or coach is required, and candidates must have the
willingness and ability to recruit and work with prospective students. - Must have PC skills including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), PowerPoint, Internet, and email.
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel occasionally including overnight, evenings, and weekends is required.
What We Offer:
Stipend: Graduate assistants receive a $3,500 stipend per year.
*In the event that a graduate assistant is hired as a Residence Director, then the stipend will be modified.
Meal Plan: A meal plan is included in this agreement. Meal service is available only during periods when College dining facilities are open, as determined by the College’s official academic calendar and operating schedule.
Tuition Waiver Benefit: Students who receive graduate assistantships are also eligible for limited tuition waiver scholarships of up to 6 credit hours per semester for each of the fall, spring, and summer semesters for a total of 18 credits per academic year. The waiver includes tuition only and does not include course fees. Tuition waivers are intended to cover graduate courses required for the student’s approved program of study and do not include undergraduate courses to enhance a student’s preparation for his/her graduate program.
Culver-Stockton is affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and embraces our mission to educate in accordance with the best values in faith and human experience.
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Brianne Seals, Director of Human Resources, Culver-Stockton College, One College Hill, Canton, MO 63435. Electronic submissions to bseals@culver.edu are strongly encouraged.
EOE
Position Description: Under the direction of the Moorman Professor, the Moorman Fellow's primary responsibilities are to develop, implement, and assess a wide range of programming initiatives in order to promote the three pillars of the professorship: Democracy, Free Markets, and Ethical Leadership. This includes coordination of marketing development, recruitment, and all aspects of registration of student activities programming. Specifically, the Moorman Fellow will assist with Ethics and Leadership Week Programming, Freedom and Democracy Week Programming, and Economic and Development Week Programming. In addition, the Moorman Fellow will assist in planning and coordinating the Moorman Professorship branded Economics Study Travel Course. The Moorman Fellow will also participate in all activities related to the Moorman Scholars Program.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with planning, coordinating, and implementing Ethics and Leadership Week
- Assist with planning, coordinating, and implementing Freedom and Democracy Week
- Assist with planning, coordinating, and implementing Economic and Development Week
- Assist with planning and coordinating Moorman Professorship branded Economic Study Travel Course
- Mentor Moorman Scholars as they complete their annual scholarship research projects related to the three pillars of the professorship: Democracy, Free Markets, and Ethical Leadership
- Assist with all Moorman Scholars activities, such as economic simulations and book discussion group
- Assist with assessment activities related to the Moorman Professorship programming
- Maintain confidentiality of all departmental and institutional information in accordance with the Privacy Act as well as established policies and procedures governing the release of information
- Other duties as assigned by the Moorman Professor
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a business related field, preferred
- Preference is given to those with previous experience with campus programming.
What We Offer:
Stipend: Graduate assistants receive a $2,500 stipend per year for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Tuition Waiver Benefit: The Moorman Fellow is also eligible for limited tuition waiver scholarships for 18 hours per year inclusive of summer with a maximum of 9 hours per term if the fellow is a graduate student. The waiver includes tuition only and does not include course fees. Tuition waivers are intended to cover graduate courses required for the student's approved program of study, and do not include undergraduate courses to enhance a student's preparation for his/her graduate program.
How to Apply:
Screening of applicants will begin immediately. Submit a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to Human Resources, Culver-Stockton College, One College Hill, Canton, MO 63435. Electronic submissions to humanresources@culver.edu are strongly encouraged. EOE
Position Description: Culver-Stockton College is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Recreation & Human Performance beginning Fall 2026. This blended position supports the daily operation of the Mabee Recreation & Wellness Center while also assisting with strength and conditioning for student-athletes. The Graduate Assistant plays a key role in promoting an engaging, safe, and well-supervised environment that supports wellness, recreation, and performance development across campus.
Responsibilities:
This role includes assisting with facility operations, student staff/intern supervision, and programming that promotes recreation, wellness, and human performance. The GA also contributes to strength and conditioning efforts by supporting training sessions, supervising the weight room, and ensuring safe participation for all users. Additional responsibilities include equipment oversight, inventory management, scheduling, and maintaining accurate operational records. The position collaborates with Athletics and Student Life to advance institutional goals. Evening and weekend availability is required to support facility operations and special events.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree and must be seeking a graduate degree from Culver-Stockton College.
- Academic background or experience in exercise science, sport management, health science, recreation, strength and conditioning, or a related field of study is preferred.
- Previous experience in strength and conditioning, fitness center operations, recreation programming, coaching, or student supervision is preferred.
- Must have strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with college students, faculty, staff, and campus guests.
- Must have PC skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Internet, and email.
- Current or ability to obtain CPR/AED and First Aid as well as NCAA-accredited personal training or strength & conditioning certificate is required.
- A valid driver's license and the ability to work occasional evenings and weekends is required.
What We Offer:
Stipend: Graduate assistants receive a $3,500 stipend per year.
* In the event that a graduate assistant is hired as a Residence Director, then the stipend will be modified.
Meal Plan: A meal plan is included in this agreement. Meal service is available only during periods when the College dining facilities are open, as determined by the College's official academic calendar and operating schedule.
Tuition Waiver Benefit: Students who receive graduate assistantships are also eligible for limited tuition waive scholarships of up to 6 credit hours per semester for each of the fall, spring, and summer semesters for a total of 18 credits per academic year. The waiver includes tuition only and does not include course fees. Tuition waivers are intended to cover graduate courses required for the student's approved program of study and do not include undergraduate courses to enhance a student's preparation for his/her graduate program.
Culver-Stockton is affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and embraces our mission to educate in accordance with the best values in faith and human experience.
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Brianne Seals, Director of Human Resources, Culver-Stockton College, One College Hill, Canton, MO 63435. Electronic submissions to bseals@culver.edu are strongly encouraged.
EOE.
Position Description: Culver-Stockton College is seeking an Athletic Graduate Assistant for Softball beginning Fall 2026. The Athletic Graduate Assistant plays a key role in the support of the softball team at Culver-Stockton College.
Responsibilities:
The duties may include, but are not limited to, scheduling, overseeing team academic study tables/sessions, monitoring academic grades of the student-athletes for the program, assisting with the program's marketing & advertising, building more inquires and developing contact with prospective students, moving inquiries into applicants, sending out Letters of Intent, moving applicants into deposits, and other duties as necessary to advance the College's mission and goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree and will be seeking a graduate degree from Culver-Stockton College.
- Previous experience with softball as a player or coach is required, and candidates must have the willingness and ability to recruit and work with prospective students.
- Must have PC skills including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), PowerPoint, Internet, and email.
- A valid driver's license and the ability to travel overnight, evenings, and weekends is required.
Athletic Graduate Assistants receive a tuition waiver scholarship for 18 hours per year inclusive of summer with a maximum of 9 hours per term. The waiver includes tuition only and does not include course fees.
Athletic Graduate Assistants receive a tuition waiver scholarship for 18 hours per year inclusive of summer with a maximum of 6 hours per term. The waiver includes tuition only and does not include course fees. Athletic Graduate Assistants will also receive a room in a C-SC residence hall and a basic meal plan for board.
Stipend: Graduate assistants receive a $3,500 stipend per year.
- In the event that a graduate assistant is hired as a Residence Director, then the stipend will be modified.
Culver-Stockton is affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and embraces our mission to educate in accordance with the best values in faith and human experience.
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Brianne Seals, Director of Human Resources, Culver-Stockton College, One College Hill, Canton, MO 63435. Electronic submissions to bseals@culver.edu are strongly encouraged.
EOE
Position Description:
Culver-Stockton College is seeking an Athletic Graduate Assistant for Sports Information Director beginning Fall 2026. The Graduate Assistant plays a key role in the support of the Sports Information team at Culver-Stockton College.
Responsibilities:
The Graduate Assistant (GA) is responsible for supporting the Sports Information Director and department in promotion and publicity of the 19 intercollegiate athletic teams. The GA may be assigned certain sports as their primary coverage while assisting in other sports as needed. The part-time schedule will be arranged around gameday competition times, staff meetings and the GA's class schedule. The profession, including nights and weekends. The GA must be fully admitted to a Graduate degree program at Culver-Stockton College. The GA reports to Sports Information Director, John Schild. A schedule will be mutually arranged by the GA and the Supervisor to ensure the hour requirement is met.
Qualifications:
Applicants must meet the following conditions listed for appointment to an assistantship position:
- Be fully admitted to a graduate degree program at Culver-Stockton College. Probationary, non-degree, and second bachelor's degree students are not eligible to hold assistantship positions.
- Have previous experiences with assigned sport as a player or coach.
- Submit a graduate assistantship application to Graduate & Professional Studies. Please note individual hiring areas may require additional application materials or processes.
- Complete all required employment paperwork including a background check. All employment requirements must be met before an assistantship contract is provided.
Athletic Graduate Assistants receive a tuition waiver scholarship for 18 hours per year inclusive of summer with a maximum of 6 hours per semester. The waiver includes tuition only and does not include course fees. Athletic Graduate Assistants will also receive a C-SC basic meal plan for board.
Stipend: Graduate assistants receive a $3,500 stipend per year.
*In the event that a graduate assistant is hired as a Residence Director, then the stipend will be modified.
Culver-Stockton is affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and embraces our mission to educate in accordance with the best values in faith and human experience.
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Brianne Seals, Director of Human Resources, Culver-Stockton College, One College Hill, Canton, MO 63435. Electronic submissions to bseals@culver.edu are strongly encouraged.
Position Description: Under the direction of the Coordinator of Student Engagement, the Student Engagement graduate assistant's primary responsibilities are to develop, promote, implement, and assess a wide range of programming initiatives, Fraternity & Sorority life initiatives, and to assist in leadership development for Culver-Stockton College students and the campus community. This includes budget oversight, recruitment, hiring, training and evaluation of student staff, coordination of marketing development, recruitment, and all aspects of registration of student activities programming. This position has a flexible schedule that can include days, nights, and weekends.
Responsibilities:
- Fraternity & Sorority Life:
- Assist the Coordinator of Student Engagement in maintaining the Fraternity & Sorority Life manual of operations & policies. Assists in the implementation of risk management policies and procedures. Maintain records relative to participation records for campus chapters. Assist the Coordinator of Student Engagement in supervising Fraternity & Sorority Life activities.
- Campus Programming Council:
- Assist the Coordinator of Student Engagement in the co-advising and marketing of the Campus Programming Council, including the coordination, promotion, and scheduling of student activity programming on and off-campus for students.
- New Student Orientation:
- Assist the Coordinator of Student Engagement in the development and implementation of new student orientation.
- Maintain confidentiality of all departmental and institutional information in accordance with the Privacy Act as well as established policies and procedures governing the release of information.
- Attend regularly scheduled departmental staff meetings, Campus Programming Council meetings, and one-on-one meetings scheduled with the Coordinator of Student Engagement. Host ongoing meetings with chapter leadership.
- Assist when necessary, with campus clubs and organizations, student activities, and other student services.
- Other duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Student Engagement and/or Dean of Student Life.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree
- Must have previous experience with campus programming or Fraternity & Sorority Life.
- Bachelor’s Degree and will be seeking a graduate degree from Culver-Stockton College.
- Previous experience with football as a player or coach is required, and candidates must have the
willingness and ability to recruit and work with prospective students. - Must have PC skills including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), PowerPoint, Internet, and email.
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel occasionally including overnight, evenings, and weekends is required.
What We Offer:
Stipend: Graduate assistants receive a $3,500 stipend per year.
*In the event that a graduate assistant is hired as a Residence Director, then the stipend will be modified.
Meal Plan: A meal plan is included in this agreement. Meal service is available only during periods when College dining facilities are open, as determined by the College’s official academic calendar and operating schedule.
Tuition Waiver Benefit: Students who receive graduate assistantships are also eligible for limited tuition waiver scholarships of up to 6 credit hours per semester for each of the fall, spring, and summer semesters for a total of 18 credits per academic year. The waiver includes tuition only and does not include course fees. Tuition waivers are intended to cover graduate courses required for the student’s approved program of study and do not include undergraduate courses to enhance a student’s preparation for his/her graduate program.
How to Apply:
Screening of applicants will begin immediately. Submit a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to Graduate and Professional Studies, Culver-Stockton College, One College Hill, Canton, MO 63435. Electronic submissions to bseals@culver.edu are strongly encouraged.
EOE
Position Description: Under the direction of the Vice President of Student Experience, the Student Success graduate assistant will work closely with the Student Success Department to provide support services aimed at improving student retention, academic performance, and overall student success. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate student who is interested in higher education, student affairs, or a related field. This position has a flexible schedule that can include days, nights, and weekends.
Responsibilities:
- Supervision of the library study tables on assigned evenings
- Help with tutoring in areas that are low in tutoring numbers
- Proctor of test to students with accommodations
- First response for early alerts for students
- Research of data and information
- Assist in the development and implementation of student success programs and workshops
- Provide one-on-one academic coaching and mentoring to students
- Support students in developing effective study skills, time management, and goal-setting strategies
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to identify and support at-risk students
- Maintain accurate records of student interactions and progress
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean of Academic Success
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree
- Must have previous experience with campus programming or Fraternity & Sorority Life.
What We Offer:
Stipend: Graduate assistants receive a $3,500 stipend per year.
*In the event that a graduate assistant is hired as a Residence Director, then the stipend will be modified.
Meal Plan: A meal plan is included in this agreement. Meal service is available only during periods when College dining facilities are open, as determined by the College’s official academic calendar and operating schedule.
Tuition Waiver Benefit: Students who receive graduate assistantships are also eligible for limited tuition waiver scholarships of up to 6 credit hours per semester for each of the fall, spring, and summer semesters for a total of 18 credits per academic year. The waiver includes tuition only and does not include course fees. Tuition waivers are intended to cover graduate courses required for the student’s approved program of study and do not include undergraduate courses to enhance a student’s preparation for his/her graduate program.
How to Apply:
Screening of applicants will begin immediately. Submit a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to Graduate and Professional Studies, Culver-Stockton College, One College Hill, Canton, MO 63435. Electronic submissions to bseals@culver.edu are strongly encouraged.
EOE
Position Description: Culver-Stockton College is seeking an Athletic Graduate Assistant for Women's Lacrosse beginning Fall 2026. The Athletic Graduate Assistant plays a key role in the team at Culver-Stockton College.
Responsibilities:
The duties may include, but are not limited to, scheduling, overseeing team academic study tables/sessions, monitoring academic grades of the student-athletes for the program, assisting with the program's marketing & advertising, building more inquiries and developing contacts with prospective students, moving inquiries into applicants, sending out Letters of Intent, moving applicants into deposits, and other duties as necessary to advance the College's mission and goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree and will be seeking a graduate degree from Culver-Stockton College.
- Previous experience with lacrosse as a player or coach is required, and candidates must have the willingness and ability to recruit and work with prospective students.
- Must have PC skills including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), PowerPoint, Internet, and email.
- A valid driver's license and the ability to travel occasionally including overnight, evenings, and weekends is required.
What We Offer:
Stipend: Graduate assistants receive a $3,500 stipend per year.
*In the event that a graduate assistant is hired as a Residence Director, then the stipend will be modified.
Meal Plan: A meal plan is included in this agreement. Meal service is available only during periods when College dining facilities are open, as determined by the College's official academic calendar and operating schedule.
Tuition Waiver Benefit: Students who receive graduate assistantships are also eligible for limited tuition waiver scholarships of up to 6 credit hours per semester for each fall, spring, and summer semesters for a total of 18 credits per academic year. The waiver includes tuition only and does not include course fees. Tuition waivers are intended to cover graduate courses required for the student's approved program of study and do not include undergraduate courses to enhance a student's preparation for his/her graduate program.
Culver-Stockton is affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and embraces our mission to educate in accordance with the best values in faith and human experience.
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Brianne Seals, Director of Human Resources, Culver-Stockton College, One College Hill, Canton, MO 63435. Electronic submissions to bseals@culver.edu are strongly encouraged.
EOE.
Graduate & Professional Studies
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