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Work Study

What is federal work study (FWS)?

Federal work study gives you the opportunity to work on campus or at an approved not for profit organization located in the community, in order to earn money to pay for educational expenses. FWS wages are paid in part by the federal government. A FAFSA needs to be completed to see if you qualify for work study.

How much will I work?

Work-study students normally work between 10-20 hours per week in various departments.

What kind of jobs are available?

  • Types of jobs usually include office aides, tutors, childcare assistants, lab assistants, library aides, note takers and peer tutors.
  • Postings of work-study jobs are outside the Financial Aid Office and on the online job board.
  • Regular, non-work study, campus jobs are also posted outside the Financial Aid Office.
  • Applications for all work study or non-work study jobs can be picked up in the Financial Aid Office.

For more information, contact:

Financial Aid Office
Community Commons Building (CCB), Room 1106
1500 W. Raab Rd.
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 268-8020
Email: Financial Aid