Q: As an out-of-state resident, do I qualify for a tuition waiver?
A: According to state law (RCW 28B.15.014), in order to receive a tuition waiver students must reside in the State of Washington.
Q: Why might my waiver/QTR not be posted to my account?
A: The reasons for this may be 1) you are not enrolled in the required minimum of 10 credits or 2) the Personnel Action Form (PAF) has not been received at HRS. Please contact the department to find out if your PAF has been processed.
Q: Whom should I contact regarding the status of my waiver(s)?
A: If your account does not reflect the waiver by the third week of classes, please contact your department.
Q: Last semester, I was not granted Washington residency, but this semester, I should meet all qualifications. What should I do?
A: In order to change your residency, fill out the residency form [PDF] and attach all required documents.
Q: Approximately how long does
it take to process payroll paperwork?
A: It may take several days because we need signatures from the department chair, college dean, Graduate School, etc. You can facilitate this process by 1) enrolling in at least 10 credits 2) establishing Washington State residency if you are a non-resident 3) taking the English Proficiency Exam if you are an international student hired as a TA.
Q: As a graduate assistant, am I required to work during holiday breaks?
A: Graduate students do not accrue vacation leave or sick leave. If you are on appointment 8/16 through 5/15, you are entitled to the same days off as other staff and should work 20 hours per week during Christmas break and all holidays. Arrangements can be made with departments for time off on an individual basis.
Q: In order for me to receive a waiver, which appointment start and end dates are used?
A: You are granted an assistantship for the entire semester, thus you may use a begin date of either 8/16 or 1/1, and an end date of either 12/31 or 5/15.