Work Study
Work study is also sponsored by the Federal Government and provides money to schools to employ students. The amount of the award is based on need and student receive payment as they work some type of job for the school, usually on campus
The Federal Work-Study Program provides jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need attending eligible colleges and universities schools. This program allows students to earn money to pay educational expenses.
Work-study programs help students fulfill the American tradition of working one's way through school. Pay is based on federal minimum wage standards, but varies with job requirements, skill, and experience levels. When you apply for federal financial aid by completing the FAFSA, you can indicate on your application that you want work-study assistance.
Work study is a good way to help offset your college costs. Most schools offer work study as part of the financial aid package.
To qualify for Federal work study, you must have demonstrated need and be enrolled at least half time at either the undergraduate or graduate level.
The pay rate for a work study job is at least whatever the current federal minimum wage is and can be raised at the schools discretion.
For more information on the college recruiting and application process see The Making of a Student-Athlete
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