federal work study questions

Q: What is Federal Work Study?
A: Federal Work Study is student employment that is part of a total financial aid award based upon financial need.

Q: How can I find a work study job?
A: Carroll College has a wide variety of student positions.  Positions are available with nearly every academic and administrative department on campus.  A number of off-campus positions with various community service organizations are also available to work study eligible students.  A list of current student job openings are available online at http://www.carroll.edu/employment/stujobs.php

Q: Will I receive credit on my billing statement for work study?
A: Work study is not credited on a student's billing statement.  Students who participate in Federal Work Study receive a paycheck on the 10th of each month.

Q: How much does work study pay?
A: All work study jobs pay minimum wage.  Minimum wage increased to $6.25/hr January 1, 2008 and will increase to $6.55 July 24, 2008.