Federal Work Study (FWS)
Federal Work Study (FWS) is a program that provides part-time jobs to eligible students through on or off campus opportunities. Students must have FWS listed on their aid offers in PAWS to participate in this program.
FWS is a need based part-time work program which allows students to earn money to help pay educational expenses. Students must indicate on their FAFSA that they are interested in FWS in order to be considered. FWS student employees will be paid twice per month and are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week.
The amount shown on the student's aid offers in PAWS is the maximum amount available to earn while participating in the FWS program. FWS will not be available at registration for the payment of fees.
FWS: Frequently Asked Questions