How can a student locate part-time employment opportunities?
Students can learn about student employment opportunities at the college they plan to attend. Federal Work-Study, a need-based form of financial aid, might be part of a financial aid package. The designation of being “work-study eligible” can make a student a little more employable because a portion of wages earned are subsidized by federal aid funds. But ANY student can find student employment opportunities. At Purdue-West Lafayette, all student employment opportunities are maintained in a searchable database on the DFA’s website . Q: How can parents arrange a financial aid counseling session? A: Contact the college of choice. At Purdue-West Lafayette you may call 765-494-5050 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday to speak with a financial aid counselor by phone or to arrange for a sit-down appointment. You may also stop by Schleman Hall Room 305 and speak with a counselor on a first-come, first-served basis Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (or Thursda