Federal Work Study Program

• Must complete the FAFSA.
• Depending on available funding, students generally work 10 to 15 hours per week for the school, while classes are in session. (Maximum of 20 hours)
• Students must pass a criminal background check to qualify for employment.
• It is a general practice that students do not work in their program of study.
• Earnings are at least the minimum wage amount
• Apply early; jobs are very limited.
• Please apply for Work Study by submitting a Work Study Application. You may need to scroll down or go to the next page to find it. A resume and a cover letter are required, but are for practice.
• Priority is given to students who are enrolled in at least 9 credit hours for fall and spring terms and 6 credit hours for summer term
• Student will not receive payment for work done during scheduled class time
• Paychecks are received at the end of each month
• Depending on the student’s employment start date, there may be a minimum delay of 2 -1/2 weeks before new work study students receive their first paycheck.
• Students may have to interview with prospective supervisors

Contact: Dafney Jones , at (252) 738-3606, for additional information.