Work Study

Federal Work-Study Program

The Federal Work-Study Program provides jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay educational expenses. The program encourages community service work and work related to the course of study.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have financial need.
  • Have a high school diploma or a General Education Development (GED) certificate, pass a test approved by the U.S. Department of Education, or meet other standards your state establishes that are approved by the U.S. Department of Education. (See the financial aid administrator at the college for more information.)
  • Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a regular student working toward a degree or certificate in an eligible program. (Students may not receive aid for correspondence or telecommunications courses unless they are part of an associate's, bachelor's, or graduate degree program.)
  • Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen.
  • Have a valid Social Security Number.
  • Make Satisfactory Academic Progress.
  • Sign a statement on the FAFSA certifying that federal student aid will only be used for educational purposes.
  • Sign a statement on the FAFSA certifying that the student is not in default on a federal student loan and that the student does not owe money back on a federal student grant.

State Work-Study Program

The State Work-Study Program was created to provide part-time jobs to eligible students with financial need to enable them to attend college.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Be a Texas resident.
  • Show financial need.
  • Register for the Selective Service or sign a statement that you are exempt from this requirement.
  • Enroll at least half-time.

To apply, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The financial aid office will determine eligibility and notify eligible students.

Non-Work-Study Program

This program provides on-campus work opportunities for a limited number of students with special skills, i.e., tutoring, lab assistants, office workers, etc. Financial need is not a requirement for this program.