What is work-study, and how does it work?
Work-study is an employment opportunity offered to you through the Office of Student Financial Aid. To be considered for work-study, you should answer “yes” to the work-study question on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Work-study is a need-based program, so not all students qualify. If you qualify and funds are available, you will receive work-study on your UTSA award letter. The Office of Career Services can assist you in finding a position. Once you find a position and are hired, you will be paid twice per month based on the number of hours you work. It is important to know that a work-study award is a potential to earn -not a guarantee that you will earn that entire amount. Work-study is real, on-the-job training and is a way to obtain important pre-graduation work experience. Expect to treat your work-study job as a professional position—it’s a great opportunity to develop skills, network in your field, and build a solid reference for future employment. Work-s
