The Federal Work-Study (FWS) program is a financial aid opportunity available to eligible students.

FWS is part-time employment that provides students with income and valuable work experience. As a FWS student, the exact amount you’ll receive is determined by your financial need and the number of hours you work.

  • Complete FWS application form to determine eligibility (can be linked on FWS page under financial aid)
    • Application will contain section for desired department locations (assignment will be determined by department need)
    • Returning work study students will be given priority if supervisor requests them specifically
  • Completed application will be reviewed to determine financial need
  • Response will be sent indicating whether eligible or not eligible
  • 2.0 GPA
  • If eligible, additional forms will be required. The link for these forms will be emailed to students.
  • Pay rate $10 per hour
  • Paid direct deposit
  • Timesheets provided by financial aid
  • Turn-in dates are included in the initial email (reminder email sent to supervisor and student prior to turn in date)