Most departments offering graduate degrees have funds for graduate assistantships. The amount of the award may vary but includes a stipend and a waiver of tuition. Graduate assistants will normally be required to carry a 9 credit-hour course load. By an act of Congress, all graduate assistants must submit an approved I-9 form. Payment of the GA stipend will not be authorized until this form is accepted by the Human Resources Office. Inquiries about non-forensic science graduate fellowships, work-study opportunities, loans, and other forms of financial assistance for graduate students should be directed to the Graduate College Office or to the Office of Student Financial Assistance, Marshall University, Huntington, WV  25755.

Students wishing to apply for Graduate Assistantships through the Forensic Science Program should do the following prior to the beginning of each academic term:

Send a cover letter and resume to Dr. Staton requesting a GA position in the following areas. For more information, please contact the individuals listed below.

If successful, the supervisor or instructor will send a letter to the Forensic Science Program stating the following:

• Student’s Name
• Position
• Intent to Hire
• Inclusive Dates
• Amount and Method of Payment