Federal Work Study

Financial Aid Deadlines

Fall Semester: June 1st

Spring Semester: Nov 1st

Summer Semester: April 1st

If the deadline has passed, you are still allowed to submit applications and documents.

Students submitting items after the deadline should be prepared to pay tuition and fees then allow the amount of time listed to receive reimbursement.

Processing Time for Document Submission:

September - April
Allow 8 weeks processing time

May - August
Allow 12 weeks processing time

Federal Work Study Program

What is Federal Work Study? Federal Work Study (FWS) is a federally subsidized campus-based student aid program that provides schools with funds for student employment.

What do I need to do to apply? File the FAFSA.

How do I know if I qualify? All qualifying recipients will receive award notification with instructions for submitting an FWS Job Placement Form.

Does FWS pay for my tuition? No. Students are employed and receive biweekly paychecks for the actual hours worked.

How much will I make per hour? FWS positions pay between $7.25 per hour and $10.00 per hour, dependent upon the position.

How many hours a week may I work? FWS students will work 19 hours per week or less. The number of hours you work will be determined by your supervisor.

Which semesters may I work? FWS is initially awarded for Fall and Spring semesters. Students may work during Summer semester if funds are available.

Do I have to enroll in a minimum number of hours to do FWS? No, however, you must be enrolled at GSC during any semester you work.

I received my award notification, and I qualify for FWS. But, I am not interested. What should I do? Decline the offer of FWS by notifying the Financial Aid Office.

I received my award notification, and I qualify for FWS. However, I am not sure if I am interested. If I complete the FWS Job Placement Form, am I required to work? No. If you think you might be interested at some point, complete the form. By completing the form, you will have access to the job listing and will be included on the email list to receive notification of available positions.

How do I find a FWS position at the College? You must first complete the FWS Job Placement Form. Then, you will be emailed a link to view available positions. It is the student's responsibility to view positions in the database, find a position of interest, and contact the supervisor listed to arrange an interview. You will also be added to the mailing list for notification of available positions.