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Join the University Housing Team!

We are currently looking for Resident Assistants for the 2025-2026 academic year! All required forms and additional information regarding the application process are on this page. We strongly encourage applicants to speak to Financial Aid to determine how the RA position may impact scholarships.

Job Requirements

  • 30 credits completed by the time of employment (August 2025)
  • 2.5 cumulative GPA
  • Maintain full time credit status - exceptions made for students in their last year of study
  • One year of on campus living 
  • Must be in good conduct standing with the University

Just under 30 credits?  Currently a commuter?  Still apply!  We make exceptions. 


Application Requirements

Applicants must fill out and turn in all of the required documents below to be considered for the position. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or considered.

The application process consists of the following:

  • Application Information Form
  • Up-to-date unofficial transcript
  • Two sealed reference forms, one from a current RA
  • A letter to your future residents
  • A sample door decoration

All documents must be turned into the Housing Office in paper form by Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 by 4:00 p.m.  Incomplete and/or late submissions will not be accepted.

New RA Application 25-26

New RA Application Requirements 25-26

RA Application Reference Form 25-26

Important Dates to Remember 25-26

Fall 2025 RA Job Description 


Application Timeline

Below is a brief timeline of the application process. Any questions can be addressed at housing@ltu.edu or can be addressed at the Housing Office in C404.

After Semester Break
January 14th, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. AtriumInformation Table
January 16th, 9:00 p.m. WeastInformation Session
January 21st, 9:00 p.m. M218Information Session
January 27th, 9:00 p.m. M210Information Session
February 5th, 4:00 p.m. C404APPLICATIONS DUE
February 7thNotified of Interview Time
February 28th - March 2ndCase Studies
March 10thDecision Letters Sent Out
March 21stAccept/Decline Letters Due
April 13th2025-26 All Staff Meeting

Please check the schedule for more detailed information of locations and descriptions of events. If selected for the RA position, there are more dates that need to be kept in mind that are non-negotiable. These dates include:

Early August 2025Staff Move-In
Mid-August 2025 (Approx. 2 weeks before classes begin)RA Training
Late August 2025 (Typically week before classes begin)Resident Move-In