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Resident Assistants

The hiring process for the 2027-2028 RA position has begun!

Resident Assistants are primarily responsible for community building and support in the residence halls. The Resident Assistant (RA) role is a unique leadership opportunity for students to meaningfully contribute to the residential community at Loyola University Chicago and our Rome campus.  In their work, RAs serve as resources, community builders, administrators, role models, and peer educators with our residents.  As members of a residence hall team, RAs work collaboratively with departmental staff to create a vital and engaged living-learning community.  Together, the hall team provides programs and services that support the mission, vision and values of the Department of Residence Life.  With the goal of creating transformative living environments in the residence halls, RAs are responsible for building and facilitating a positive and effective community.  

Resident Assistant Role Description

Being a Resident Assistant is an opportunity to build a welcoming and safe community while making connections with and for residents living on campus. You will develop skills around communication, organization, and creativity in this amazing leadership position that can apply to any career path you are on!

Chicago Resident Assistants are provided a residence hall assignment for the duration of their appointment, a meal plan, a stipend at the end of each semester, and priority class registration.

View the full Chicago Resident Assistant Role Description 2027-2028.pdf

Rome Resident Assistants are provided a residence hall assignment for the duration of their appointment, a meal plan, and a stipend at the end of their semester appointment.

View the full JFRC Resident Assistant Role Description 2027-2028.pdf

*Please note Rome arrival/departure dates are not yet finalized/subject to change

Application Process

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Attendance to ONE Information Session
  • Submit application through the Housing Portal by the deadline (Sunday, January 3rd, 2027 at 11:59pm CST).
  • Candidates must have a recommender that will complete a recommendation form no later than Wednesday, January 13th at 5pm. You will submit your recommender’s email in your application.
    • The recommender must be someone who has worked with you in an advising, coaching, or supervisory capacity. It is not limited to LUC staff but cannot be a friend or family member.
    • Recommenders will be sent the recommendation form by Tuesday, January 5th at 5pm.
  • RAs must be an undergraduate student with at least sophomore standing (24 credit hours completed) and must have completed at least one semester of enrollment at Loyola University Chicago prior to beginning their role as an RA.
    • First year students are eligible to apply but must have 24 credit hours by August 2027 RA Training.
  • Chicago RA candidates must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA by the application deadline. JFRC RA candidates must have a 2.75 cumulative GPA by the application deadline.

Timeline:

  • Applications open Monday, November 23rd, 2026 at 5pm CST.
    • Please note this date may be adjusted as needed as we navigate a new application platform.
  • Applications are due Sunday, January 3rd, 2027 at 11:59pm CST.
  • Applicants will receive notification regarding their status in the process by Friday, January 15th, 2027 at 5pm.
  • For applicants moving on in the process, they will partake in the following interviews and will receive a sign-up instructions for each:
    • Carousel Interview will be held on Saturday, January 23rd
    • Individual Interviews will be held January 27th - February 3rd
  • Applicants will be informed of hiring decisions as well as placement on Wednesday, February 23rd, 2027.

To access the application:

  • Go to the Housing Portal
  • Navigate to the Resident Assistant Application
    • Select Chicago RA Application, Rome RA Application, or Returner RA Application (for current RAs only).
      • You are welcome to apply to both the Chicago and JFRC RA positions but will need to submit both applications.
  • Complete and submit application no later than Sunday, January 3rd, 2027 at 11:59pm CST
  • No exceptions will be made for late applications. We encourage you to not wait until the final days to submit, as unexpected things do pop up.
  • If you do not receive a confirmation email directly after submitting your application, then it did not submit correctly. Please ensure you receive the confirmation notice.

Resident Assistant Information Sessions

It is required to attend ONE of the below information sessions. You will be required to sign-in when you arrive to in-person sessions and will be required to register with LUC email for virtual sessions. We will provide information about the position, application/interview process, and provide space for questions with current Resident Directors and Resident Assistants.

If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the start time, you will not be permitted to attend the session and will need to attend a different date/time. We encourage you not to wait until the final information session as we will not offer makeup sessions.

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Residence Life Services

The Department of Residence Life employs a variety of students to serve many important functions in our department. Our Residence Life Services Positions aid in the department’s mission to enhance the Loyola Experience for all students and community members who interact with our Residence Halls. Please see the information below regarding individual positions, position descriptions and application instructions. 

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