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Federal Work-Study

Federal Work-Study is a program that puts undergraduate and graduate students in part-time jobs (very often related to their discipline) to help them with education related expenses. Wages range from $11.00-13.00 per hour for Undergraduates and $14.00 per hour for Graduates. It lightens the pressure of college life while preparing you for your post-graduation careers.

Students are eligible for Federal Work-Study if:

• They are at least a part-time student (enrolled in 6 or more credits)

• They are a US Citizen, permanent resident alien, or of other eligible classification

• They have filed a FAFSA form by the deadline (2020-2021 deadline - June 30, 2021; 2021-2022 deadline - June 30, 2022)

• They have demonstrated financial need

• They are in good academic standing (2.0 GPA or more)

In order to apply for Federal Work Study:

• Fill out the Employment Eligibility Verification Form and include acceptable documentation therein

• Keep tabs on your Hunter email address (notification of Summer Work Study awards occurs late May, while notification for Fall Work Study occurs late August)

• You can also check CUNYfirst's Student Center page to accept the award if granted.

• If you have not been awarded, you may still inquire about Federal Work-Study by emailing fwsjobs@hunter.cuny.edu via your Hunter email address (you need to indicate your interest and provide your EMPL ID)

More information on FWS at Hunter College can be found here