On this page, you will find access to the official Guidance and Policies for Graduate Research and Teaching Assistantships (October 2022) document developed by the Oklahoma State University Graduate College and endorsed by the Graduate Council.

This document outlines current policies, procedures, and expectations related to graduate research and teaching assistantships. It addresses topics such as assistantship offer letters, stipend minimums and differential pay, FTE requirements, employment limitations, leave expectations, tuition waiver eligibility, due process for termination, international student considerations, and required time frames for accepting financial offers.

The guidance is intended for Graduate Program Coordinators, Graduate Faculty, department heads, Associate Deans for Research and/or Graduate Studies, and graduate students who hold or are being offered assistantship appointments. Because the document includes references to University Catalog policies and OSU regulations, it serves as an authoritative resource for assistantship administration and compliance.

Graduate programs and students are encouraged to consult this document when making, accepting, managing, or reviewing assistantship appointments to ensure alignment with university policy.

Download the Official Template

The full document is available in its original format and may be downloaded using the link below.

Guidance and Policies for Assistantships File