Work-Study

Earn While You Learn: Work-Study & Community Service Jobs

The Federal Work-Study (FWS) program provides eligible undergraduate students with part-time jobs to help cover educational expenses. Unlike other types of aid, your FWS funds will not disburse at the beginning for the semester, you must work to earn your award—gaining valuable experience while earning money for college.

Work-study is a need-based program, meaning eligibility is determined by your FAFSA, your Student Aid Index (SAI), and other factors like your Cost of Attendance (COA). Funds are limited.

• Awards are not guaranteed. Any changes to your enrollment and other types of financial aid could impact your eligibility. Funding is limited, and not all eligible students will receive work-study.
• Work-study earnings are not applied to your bill. You receive a paycheck based on the hours you work.

How It Works:

• Accept your award to participate
• Find a work-study placement available on-campus 
• Earn up to the amount awarded, paid biweekly
• Wages are based on hours worked—not applied directly to your bill