Graduate Assistant Preview Program

Welcome to the Division of Student Affairs at Appalachian State University! The Division of Student Affairs is comprised of 25 different areas and offers a number of Graduate Assistantship positions. In addition, Student Affairs partners with other offices at the University who benefit from having graduate assistants with a strong commitment and passion for student contact and engagement.

Student Affairs at Appalachian State University integrates both in-class and out-of-class experiences for students. These educational efforts are directed at developing both intellect and character of students. To accomplish this, the University makes available a wide range of educational experiences through programs and activities that complement and support the academic experience in the classroom. Although the primary focus of these activities is to advance student learning, they also provide needed services, support, and recreational opportunities to help students meet the challenges of college and to enhance the quality of student life. The Division of Student Affairs has been organized to help accomplish these aspects of the University's mission. Student life and well-being is the focus of the programs and activities of the Division.

This website will assist you in understanding the Graduate Assistant (GA) positions that are available in the Division of Student Affairs and a few outside. Throughout this website, you will see many references to the Graduate Assistant Preview Program (GAPP) which is a, by invitation interview opportunity which will be a part of your application process. If you are unable to make it to GAPP weekend, there are still opportunities available to you; however, we hope that you visit our beautiful campus at some point to really understand the App State experience.

Graduate school deadlines are February 1st, April 1st and July 1st, but these deadlines vary by department.

Developing Tomorrow's Leaders Today

The Graduate Assistant Preview Program (GAPP), held annually in February, is a two day program where  prospective candidates have opportunities to socialize with current students, faculty and staff, explore the wonderful sights of campus and the greater Boone community, and interview for campus graduate assistantships. These potential graduate assistants will be interviewing for and potentially receiving different position offers within the University ranging from student housing to campus activities. This two-day experience is not solely an interview for prospective graduate students, but it is where those students have the opportunity to interview Appalachian. We provide plenty of opportunities for you to see how you might fit and feel comfortable within our prestigious university.

If you're interested in more information about GAPP, please contact us [email protected].