Federal and state work study programs help students pay for school through subsidized part-time employment. Work study is not the same as a grant; the funds must be earned.
To be eligible, you must complete the financial aid application process and receive a work study award. Participation is optional but offers benefits including:
- Extra money for living and educational expenses
- The opportunity to try various areas of employment including community service
- On-the-job training in your field of study
If
you accept the award and you are ready to actively seek employment, go
to the Employment
Services office in Gaiser Hall (GHL) Room 108, where they can help you
apply for employment.
A work-study award does not guarantee employment.
If you do not receive a work-study award, you can apply for on-campus Institutional
Hire positions
To participate, you must be registered for a minimum of six (6) credits
and maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.
You will be awarded a specific amount of work study funds, which will
determine the number of hours per week which may be worked. Depending
on the number of hours you work and your rate of pay, it is possible
that you may not earn your entire award. Funds that are not earned will
not be given to you at a later time.
The income you earn is not counted against you when you apply for financial aid the following year, but is taxable.
Depending on the program, jobs are available on- or off-campus:
- Federal Work Study—On-Campus
- State Work Study—Off-Campus
- Institutional Hire—On-Campus
- Other Employment Options
