Beginning with the 2023-24 academic year, students who receive Federal Work Study (FWS) funding in their financial aid package can begin using those funds during the summer. This means that continuing students can start using their 2023-24 FWS funding to support their summer student employment on June 1, 2023. New students can start using their 2023-24 FWS funding beginning July 1, 2023.

This change allows for a continuous student employment experience and reduces the need for the mass termination and rehire process, while ensuring the Office of Financial Aid and Student Employment can maintain accurate fiscal records for reporting purposes.

Student FAQ

When will the summer Federal Work Study application become available?

• Beginning with summer 2023, the Office of Financial Aid and Student Employment has done away with the summer FWS application. Students will be able to utilize their fall 2023 FWS funding during the summer. Continuing students can begin using their fall 2023 FWS funding on June 1, 2023. New students can begin using their fall FWS funding on July 1, 2023.

How much Federal Work Study funding will I receive?

• The Office of Financial Aid and Student Employment has increased Federal Work Study funding from $2600 to $3500 per academic year. Students who would like to increase the amount of their FWS funding are encouraged to contact Financial Aid for assistance.

Am I required to begin using my Federal Work Study funding during the summer?

• No, you are not required to begin using your FWS funding during the summer. You should discuss your intent to use FWS with your employer during the hiring process.

My aid application has not been submitted, will I be able to use my 2023-24 Federal Work Study funding prior to the start of the academic year?

• No, you will not be able to use Federal Work Study funding until your financial aid package for the 2023-24 academic year is available. Please be sure you've submitted your aid application and check the student center to be sure no additional documents have been requested. Your employer can hire you and pay 100% of your wages until your aid package is in place, at which time they will be able to adjust your costing in Workday, allowing your position to reimburse them for 50% of your wages going forward.