new york university
- Stipend increase of 38% for those making the minimum and a 15% increase for those making more than the minimum
- Elimination of health insurance premium sharing (a savings for grads of about $1,000 per year), and improved dental coverage
- Protections against having appointments withdrawn at the last minute
- Increased child care subsidies and the establishment of a fund to cover up to 75% of family healthcare premiums
university of connecticut
- Promotional stipend increases upon achieving Masters Status and PhD candidacy
- Guaranteed maternity and paternity leave
- 50% discount on parking
university of michigan
- Guaranteed tuition waivers
- Healthcare coverage extended for entire enrollment year
- Job security against arbitrary terminations
- A $2,500 subsidy for the cost of health care coverage for a spouse or family members, and guaranteed parental leave
- Employer pays 95% of premiums, including for family coverage
- An assistance fund for grads facing financial hardship, and SEVIS reimbursement for international grad students
- Up to $360 reimbursement of visa costs for international grad students