Student stipends: How it works

The dean of students determines the positions eligible for payment through the education stipend program. In general, the jobs that receive stipends are considered leadership positions, according to information from Students Activities and Leadership Programs. The position must also meet the following criteria to be eligible for a stipend payment:

– Position serves as a liaison between the university and the organization

– Position is best served by an individual who can provide continuity and stability

– Position is considered paraprofessional

– Position holder must attend trainings and meetings with professional staff

– Position is responsible for support of a major program or service of the staff-led organization

– Position has access to professional development opportunities

– Position may assume some risk or responsibility