Application FAQ's
We know you may have questions about the application process, what it's like to serve as a Learning Assistant (LA) or Writing Assistant (WA), and what to expect if you're selected. To help you find answers quickly, we've organized our most frequently asked questions into the sections below.
Browse Frequently Asked Questions
- About the Position
Learn about the roles and responsibilities of Learning Assistants and Writing Assistants, the impact they have on student success, and the skills they develop through the program. - Application & Hiring Process
Find information about eligibility requirements, application deadlines, interviews, selection decisions, and what to expect throughout the hiring process. - Training & Professional Development
Learn about required training, onboarding expectations, and opportunities to build leadership, communication, facilitation, and professional skills. - Program Logistics
Get answers to questions about scheduling, time commitments, compensation, employment requirements, and other program details.
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Most Frequently Asked Questions:
- What is the required Pedagogy of Peer-Led Learning Course (01:090:322)?
- What qualifications do I need to be a Learning Assistant?
- Is there a GPA requirement to apply?
- Do I need a Social Security Number (SSN) to apply as an international student?
- Can I choose which course I am hired for?
- Are there training requirements to become a Learning Assistant?
- Will I be notified if I am not chosen as an LA?
- How many hours does a Learning Assistant work, and what are their responsibilities?
- Can LAs work more than 5 hours per week?
- What is the interview like?
- What does a Learning Assistant do?
- When can I expect to hear back from the LAP about the status of my application?
- Can I choose the format that I work in (lab, lecture, recitation, study group)?
- Is there still a chance I can be an LA even if I am not sent a contract in November?
- What comes after the application phase?
- What are the benefits of becoming a Learning Assistant?