How can I get Federal Work Study Program (FWSP) funds?
You must apply for Financial Aid by completing the FAFSA. Federal Work Study Program (FWSP) is a federally-funded, need-based program. • I applied for Financial Aid using FAFSA and I did not get FWSP. Why? The money goes very fast, so apply early in January for the following academic year. Awards are NEED-BASED, FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE BASIS. • What if someone does not use their FWSP award, can it be given to someone else? When awards are made with the understanding that some students may not attend or accept there awards, so even if some students do not use their awards, funds may not be available to re-award. • I have been awarded the Federal Work Study Program for the Fall/Spring semester. When will I receive information to find my job? The Employment Authorization Form and instructions will be posted on your Financial Aid Student Toolkit. You must accept your Federal Work Study Award in order to access the Employment Authorization on the toolkit (it will show under the block of awa
