WORK STUDY
Most colleges and universities offer some type of work-study program that allows you to have a part-time job on campus while taking classes. The jobs are typically simple like working in the library, the gym, cafeteria, or even grounds-keeping.
Most of the jobs aren’t real glamorous and you may not make a ton, but a huge advantage is the flexibility and location. They know you are taking classes on campus, so they will work hard to accommodate your schedule. In addition, you don’t have to drive 20 minutes to work since your job will be there on campus.
It’s also important to know that some colleges offer their own job opportunities for students while others participate in a federally-sponsored work-study program. This basically means that the government pitches in to help pay your wages, but because of their assistance, these jobs are based on financial need. You can determine whether or not you qualify for the federal work-study program when you submit your FAFSA form.
now what?
1. When you complete your FAFSA form, check the box that says you’re interested in student
employment. Then you’ll find out if you qualify when you receive your financial aid award letter.
2. Contact the school you’ll be attending to see what kind of work-study opportunities they
have. Just go to the college’s website and do a search for “work-study” and you’ll find who
you need to talk to.
Most colleges and universities offer some type of work-study program that allows you to have a part-time job on campus while taking classes. The jobs are typically simple like working in the library, the gym, cafeteria, or even grounds-keeping.
Most of the jobs aren’t real glamorous and you may not make a ton, but a huge advantage is the flexibility and location. They know you are taking classes on campus, so they will work hard to accommodate your schedule. In addition, you don’t have to drive 20 minutes to work since your job will be there on campus.
It’s also important to know that some colleges offer their own job opportunities for students while others participate in a federally-sponsored work-study program. This basically means that the government pitches in to help pay your wages, but because of their assistance, these jobs are based on financial need. You can determine whether or not you qualify for the federal work-study program when you submit your FAFSA form.
now what?
1. When you complete your FAFSA form, check the box that says you’re interested in student
employment. Then you’ll find out if you qualify when you receive your financial aid award letter.
2. Contact the school you’ll be attending to see what kind of work-study opportunities they
have. Just go to the college’s website and do a search for “work-study” and you’ll find who
you need to talk to.