[UCSD GPS 2018]

 

1 hour ago, Marius G said:

Guys, while I received my admission package two weeks ago, I am still to receive the financial package reply, which I understood from the admission email that it will be decided separately. Is anyone else in this situation and what would you recommend me to do? Should I call them?

I  called the office a few weeks ago to ask about funding, and they were very friendly and provided me with an update. I think you should call them. 

[UCSD GPS 2018]

On 3/17/2018 at 8:01 AM, mapiau said:

I disagree that TA and RA (GSR or Graduate Student Researcher is the more common term) positions are rare for GPS students. While GPS students don't TA for undergrad econ or poli sci classes many have TA jobs in the undergrad college writing programs (which don't have their own grad students), and a decent number of second year GPS students TA for first year classes. I don't know the actual numbers, but off the top of my head I'd say roughly a quarter to a third of second years are TAs or GSRs. And yes this is extremely hectic with the quarter system, but people make it work.

I don't know the details, but be aware that a decent number of GSR positions are for 24.99% time and have less benefits than 25% time positions. You could probably reach out to admissions or student affairs if you have more questions.

Thank you for all the detailed responses you've provided in this forum. They are really insightful and informative. I just had a follow-up question regarding GSR and TA positions at GPS. What do you think is the best method to obtain these positions? Are some incoming students already appointed to these positions? Thank you! 

[UCSD GPS 2018]

4 hours ago, Marius G said:

Disregard my previous post. I just got a notice that UCSD GPS will send the financial packages on March 19th.

Hmm..I did not receive this email..Does that generally mean I did not qualify for any funding?