Overview

Graduate assistantships at the University of Tennessee represent a competitive funding opportunity for postgraduate students seeking to study in the United States. These assistantships support students financially while providing valuable academic, teaching, research, and administrative experience.

Eligibility

Domestic (U.S.) students
International students from:
- Africa (including Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, etc.)
- Asia
- Europe
- Latin America

Benefits

Monthly stipend to cover living expenses, varying by department and workload.
Tuition waiver (full or partial) covering significant portion or all of tuition costs.
Professional experience in teaching, research, and administration.
Career advancement opportunities that enhance academic CV and employability.
Long-term funding potential with some doctoral programs offering multi-year funding packages.

How to Apply

Apply for admission to a graduate program at the University of Tennessee.
Check departmental opportunities as assistantships are offered by individual departments.
Submit an assistantship application where required, including a statement of interest and academic CV.
Contact faculty for research assistantships to express research interest alignment.
Attend interviews if required.

Apply here: University of Tennessee Graduate Assistantships

Deadline

Varies by department and program. Most assistantship opportunities align with graduate admissions cycles:
- Fall intake: December – March
- Spring intake: September – October