Federal Work-Study (FWS): quick facts
Federal Work-Study provides part-time jobs for students with financial need so they can earn money to help pay education expenses. The program encourages community-service work and jobs related to a student's course of study, and the money …
Administered by
U.S. Department of Education, administered by participating schools (via the FAFSA)
Who it's for
Undergraduate, graduate, and professional students with demonstrated financial need who are enrolled at a participating school. Open to women and men alike.
What it funds
Part-time wages for jobs, often in community service or a student's field of study
Repayable?
Earned wages (not a loan, not repaid)
Where to apply
Submit the FAFSA at studentaid.gov, indicate interest in work-study, and apply for FWS jobs through the school
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Official sources: Federal Student Aid (studentaid.gov) — Federal Work-Study. This page is educational information, not financial or legal advice; grants are competitive and never guaranteed. See our sources & how-we-work policy.