How to Apply to Become an RA

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Resident Assistant in Residence Life, Housing and Dining Services. Below you will find the timeline of events related to the application process.

Application Steps

Step 1: Attend at least one informational session with Q&A (Required)

  • Monday, September 30, 2024 @ 5:30 p.m. in PSU 313
  • Tuesday, October 8, 2024 @ 1:30 p.m. in Monroe Gathering Room
  • Thursday, November 7, 2024 @ 7 p.m. in Monroe Gathering Room
  • Wednesday, November 20, 2024 @ 7:30 p.m. in Monroe Gathering Room
  • Monday, December 2, 2024 @ 5:30 p.m. in PSU 313
  • Monday, January 13, 2025 @ 6 p.m. Monroe Gathering Room
  • Tuesday, January 14, 2025 @ 7 p.m. Monroe Gathering Room

Step 2: Submit Online Application (Required)

Spring 2025 Academic Year Hiring Timeline

Monday, October 7, 2024 — Application available online (must attend informational session to apply)

Monday, October 28, 2024 — Applications due by 9 a.m.

Monday, November 4–Thursday, November 7, 2024 — Individual interviews

Saturday, November 9, 2024 — Group process interview

Thrusday, November 21, 2024 — Position offers given

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 — Candidate Decision Forms due by noon

2025-2026 Academic Year Hiring Timeline

Monday, November 18, 2024 — Application available online (must attend informational session to apply)

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 — Applications due by 3 p.m.

Wednesday, January 15, 2025–Thursday, January 30, 2025 — Individual interviews

Friday, January 24, 2025 OR Saturday, January 25, 2025 — Group process interview

Thursday, February 27, 2025 — Position offers given

Thursday, March 6, 2025 — Candidate Decision Forms due by noon

Frequently Asked Questions