Veterans Administration Educational Benefits Veterans benefits were designed to assist veterans and their dependents in reaching their educational goals. These benefits will be considered as a resource in calculating your eligibility for financial aid. Students who wish to continue as FWS employees must reapply annually. Federal Work-Study assistance is awarded first to those with the greatest amount of financial need if demand exceeds available funds. Students must be enrolled at least half-time and maintain satisfactory academic progress.
Every effort is made to place the student in the job requested.
Personal interest, past work performance and work skills are key factors that will be considered for placement. The FWS salary is at least the current federal minimum wage, but it may be higher. The total FWS award depends on when the student applies, the level of need, and the annual federal funding level received. Students are paid biweekly, with paychecks distributed by the Financial Aid Office on Fridays. University administrative policies provide an established procedure to mediate any problems that arise as a result of grievances involving student employment.