Student Employment

Student employment is a form of financial aid that does not get directly credited to the stu­dent’s tuition bill. It is provided to help cover incidental expenses that the student incurs. Stu­dents receive a a bi-weekly paycheck for the hours worked. The student can earn up to the amount of the award. Since student employment is based on availability of work on campus, the Financial Aid Office cannot guarantee that the student will earn his/her maximum award.

Federal Work Study Program

This is a federally funded program awarded to full and part-time students for the academic year who demonstrate need. FWS gives college students an opportunity to have a part-time job on or off-campus. Jobs are assigned at the beginning of the academic year. More info>

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Eligibility/How to Apply for Federal Work Study

Eligibility
•  Must file the FAFSA Application for the academic year and be eligible for federal aid
•  Students must qualify based on their SAI once their FAFSA has been processed.
•  Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher (does not apply to incoming freshman or transfer students)
•  Must be enrolled at least half-time (6 or more credits)
•  Must demonstrate financial need and have unmet need (room in budget)

Students Ineligible for Federal Work Study
•  International Students: International students are not eligible to receive Federal Work Study; however they are eligible for campus employment and must have a social security card and a valid work visa.
•  Students with a G.P.A. below 2.0
•  Students who do not demonstrate a financial need for work study as determined by the federal work study staff per utilizing the EFC requirements.