Take these steps to become a WUSA.
WUSA applications open at Noon on Monday, January 13, 2025 and close at Noon on Monday, February 10.
Position descriptions for the 2025-2026 WUSA role will be posted soon!
Talk to support systems about the time requirements and experience.
We encourage you to talk to support systems or family members regarding your decision to apply. We know that there are many factors that go into applying to a position and encourage you to make the decision with your campus or personal support systems. If you have any questions about the role, please reach out to Student Transitions & Engagement or your current WUSA.
Review the position descriptions and important dates.
We provide the position description and important dates ahead of time so you can fully plan and envision the scope and commitment required for the WUSA position. Please review the below documents to ensure that you have no conflicts. If there is an anticipated conflict, please reach out to Rachel Iverson, Assistant Director.
Ask us questions regarding the WUSA position.
Student Transitions & Engagement will host a live virtual information session to introduce the WUSA role, explain the application and interview process, and answer questions on Wednesday, January 22 at 6:00 PM. Registration information coming soon! There will also be two in-person information sessions led by current and former WUSAs in Ursa’s Fireside, on Tuesday, February 4 and Thursday, February 6, from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The ideal applicant
All WashU undergraduate students in the Classes of 2026, 2027, and 2028 are eligible to apply to the First-Year (FY) WUSA position. WashU undergraduate students in the Classes of 2026, 2027, and 2028 with either extensive international experience or experience transferring to WashU from another institution are eligible to apply for the Transfer & Exchange (TX) WUSA position.
Our ideal candidate:
- Has a cumulative GPA of 3.0 by the end of the fall 2024, spring 2025, and all semesters as a WUSA.
- Is approachable, dependable, dedicated, knowledgeable, respectful, empathetic, a conflict-resolver, an adept communicator, and a positive role model.
- Exhibits leadership potential and takes initiative.
- Displays a strong commitment to the University, the WUSA program, and STAE’s values.
- Is in good conduct and academic standing at the University.
- Is committed to becoming informed and knowledgeable about the University’s academic policies, procedures, deadlines, and various advising systems.
- Exhibits strong interpersonal and group presentation skills.
- Possesses a genuine concern for others.
- Has an open mind and a positive attitude.
- Demonstrates the ability to work with a diverse group of people, including students, parents, faculty, and staff.
2024 WUSA informational webinar
Academic & conduct standing
STAE will conduct academic standing checks which includes reviewing both semester and cumulative GPA. Applicants must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and semester GPA of 3.0 or higher during semesters employed. We may additionally call four-year advisors regarding status. This includes reviewing educational records including institutional data, demographic information, courses, unofficial transcripts, and grades, and GPA.
Additionally, Student Transitions & Engagement collaborates with Student Conduct and Community Standards and Residential Life regarding student conduct standing.
Lastly, due to WUSAs serving as mandatory reporters through the role, Student Transitions & Engagement coordinates to the Gender Equity and Title IX Compliance Office for instances of individuals who may not be able to serve as mandatory reporters.
Hiring notification for WUSA position
Applicants will be notified via email no later than 5:00 PM on Friday, February 28, 2025 if they have been selected as a WUSA, a WUSA alternate, or not selected.
All applicants will be notified. Please check spam or junk mail if you have not received a notification by the date and time above, or email transitions@wustl.edu.
Individuals who are not selected to be a WUSA or are selected to serve as an alternate may consider emailing transitions@wustl.edu to set up a feedback session.