Overview
The Federal Work-Study (FWS) program provides an opportunity to be placed in a part-time job that will accommodate your academic schedule during the school year.
Federal Work Study (FWS)
If you are awarded FWS, you must work in an eligible work-study job, either on-campus or off-campus, in order to receive the money. Placement assistance for work-study jobs can be found at Student Financial Services. You must have a FAFSA on file and demonstrate financial need in order to be eligible for FWS.
FWS Requirements
All awarded Federal Work Study students must follow these criteria:
- Have an FWS Award
- Registered for at least 6 credits
- Must be a U.S. citizen, permanenet resident, refugee, or asylee
- Must work at an FWS approved on-campus or off-campus worksite
- Work no more than 20 hours per week.
Salary
| Grade Level | Pay Rate |
|---|---|
| Freshman | $8.00 per hour |
| Sophomore | $8.00 per hour |
| Junior | $8.50 per hour |
| Senior | $8.50 per hour |
Off campus positions vary $7.50 - $10 per hour.
