Take these steps to become a WUSA.
WUSA applications are now closed.
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 & Family Programs or your current WUSA or TXSM.
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 Renaldo Luna Gacad, Associate Director.
Ask us questions regarding the WUSA position.
Student Transitions & Family Programs hosted a live virtual Information Session to introduce the WUSA role, explain the application and interview process, and answer questions. There were also three in-person Information Sessions in February.
The ideal applicant
All current Washington University undergraduate students are eligible to apply for the First-Year (FY) WUSA position.
Current Washington University undergraduate students with either extensive international experience or experience transferring to WashU from another institution are eligible to apply for the Transfer & Exchange (TX) WUSA position.
- 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 STFP’s values.
- 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.
- Is in good conduct and academic standing at the University.
- Has a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher by the end of the spring semester, or at the end of the fall semester if a first-year student.
2024 WUSA informational webinar
Academic & conduct standing
STFP 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 advisers regarding status. This includes reviewing educational records including institutional data, demographic information, courses, unofficial transcripts, and grades, and GPA.
Additionally, Student Transitions & Family Programs collaborates with Student Conduct and Community Standards and the Office of Residential Life regarding student conduct standing.
Lastly, due to WUSA’s status as mandatory reporters as a result of their role, Student Transitions & Family Programs 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, March 1, 2024 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.