Become an RA

Requirements to be an RA:

  • Current, full-time student at Saint John's University
  • Two semesters of college experience upon starting the position
  • A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.70
  • Good conduct standing with the University
  • Participation in all RA training programs
  • Fulfill specific RA position responsibilities
  • Commitment for a full academic year (unless hired on a semester basis)

RA Application Timeline (to be an RA in 2020-2021)

  • RA Information Session #1: Sunday, November 17, 7:00 pm in Quad 360
    RA Information Session #2: Tuesday, January 14, 9:00pm in Quad 360
  • Online application form is due Monday, January 20*
  • 3 essay questions are due Monday, January 27*
  • FR and RA recommendations are due Monday, January 27*
  • Interview with FR and RA teams (February 1-9)
  • Interview Round 2, if necessary (February 11-13)
  • Notification sent to candidates on February 27
  • Candidates return acceptance letters to Housing Office by March 9

* Note: Use the following dates if studying Abroad in Spring 2020

  • Online application form due Thursday, December 5
  • 3 essay questions due Sunday, December 8
  • FR and RA recommendations due Monday, December 9
  • Interview with FR and RA teams (December 11-14)

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