Federal Work Study also provides opportunity to work in community service positions. Students who are ineligible for FWS receive their hourly wage through college funding. Resident Hall Assistants. Upperclassmen interested in becoming involved in the personal growth experience of other students and leadership development may apply for the position of resident hall assistant. Application is made through the residence life office.
Compensation is in the form of free room and board and a small monthly stipend.
Resident hall assistants are hired under either the FWS program or the Campus Job program depending on their financial need. Students seeking community employment should check at the counseling and career development center for information. The college recommends that students limit their employment to no more than 20 hours per week in deference to academic priorities. The Federal Family Education Loan Program provides low interest, federally guaranteed loans to students and parents. The program provides government sponsored loans through financial institutions.