Work-study provides you with an employment opportunity. The award is based on financial need, so not all students will qualify. If you are awarded work-study, you will need to accept the award under My Awards at My Financial Aid. Career Services can then assist you in finding a position. Once you find a position and begin working, you will be paid twice per month based on the number of hours you work.

Remember that a work-study award amount is the maximum potential that you can earn, but actual earnings will depend upon the number of hours you work. Your work-study position is a real job that will enable you to develop work skills, network within your field, and build references that will assist you in obtaining a job once you graduate.

Work hours
Work-study dress
Jobs other than work-study

Work hours

While classes are in session you can work up to a maximum of twenty-five hours per week. There is no minimum hours requirement. Your employer, however, will set your schedule and determine the number of hours that you will work per week.

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Work-study dress

Offices typically require work-study students to dress business-casual. Some offices allow their work-study students to dress more casually, so be sure to check with your employer. Remember that even though you are a student, you are working in a professional setting and need to dress accordingly.

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Jobs other than work-study

Work-study is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to students with financial need (as determined by your FAFSA). Also, work-study funds are limited. If you have not been awarded work-study and still want to work, you can contact Career Services regarding regular wage positions both on and off campus. Many on-campus regular wage positions offer work opportunities in the same offices in which work-study students are employed.

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