What is the maximum number of hours student employees can work in an on-campus job?
There is a maximum limit of 20 hours that a student employee can work in one week. In order for students to be eligible for FICA tax exemptions, students cannot work more than 20 hours a week. Please refer to the Payroll’s Student Employment FICA Exemption Policy. If you are working in a Federal Work-Study (FWS) position, then you will not be able to earn more than what you were awarded on your Financial Aid package. This could impact the number of hours you are able to work. On average, FWS positions are 10 hours a week. During school breaks (summer and winter), students may work up to 40 hours a week. Students do not need to be enrolled in any credits during the break, but they must have intent to re-enroll after the break.
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