Federal Work-Study Program (FWSP)

The Federal Work-Study Program provides need-based campus and community service employment opportunities for eligible students.

What are the benefits?

• Work schedules are flexible around class schedules
• Great professional work experience for your resume!
• Most employment is conveniently located on campus
• Community tutoring opportunities are available at local elementary schools
• The rate of pay for the 2023-2024 academic year is $15 per hour
• FWSP students are exempt from FICA taxes 
• You can work up to 19 hours a week while college is in session and as many as 29 hours per week when not in session

Eligibility

• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen (such as a permanent resident)
• Complete a FAFSA
• Have unmet financial need based on FAFSA results (Cost of Attendance – EFC = Unmet Need)
• Be degree seeking at SCC in an eligible degree program
• Be enrolled half-time (at least 6 credit hours) during the semester in which you are applying
• Be in good academic standing

The total work-study award a student is eligible to receive will be calculated by the Financial Aid Department based on the information from your FAFSA and other funds awarded for a given semester. Have more questions? Contact Abby Vernon at abby_vernon@stchas.edu

How do I apply?

• Complete a FAFSA Application (with SCC's school code: 017027).
• Complete a FWSP application at the Student Job Board.
  • Select "Federal Work Study Job Openings".
  • Scroll to the bottom of the page and click "Full Job Description" to view positions.
  • Return to the web page and click "Apply for this Position".  Select positions within the application.
• Once you are hired, tax forms (including a W-4) will need to be completed in the Human Resources Department.

Which FAFSA do I complete?