Federal Work Study
Federal Work Study Awards and Eligibility
| Type | Amount | Who is Eligible | How to Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Work Study (FWS) | Average for new first-year students $3,000, Continuing students $4,000 | Based on FAFSA results | Search for student job with Career Exploration and Development |
| Graduate Assistantships | Varies | Based on FAFSA results | Contact college department |
Federal Work Study (FWS) is a type of self-help aid that must be earned. The FWS award will not be deducted from the student's bill. A student will receive a bi-weekly paycheck based on hours worked.
A student not awarded FWS may search for a university funded student job. To search and apply for a university funded or FWS student job, go to the Career Exploration and Development website.
A student MUST be enrolled at least half-time during fall and/or spring semesters to use FWS. Undergraduates considered half-time are enrolled 6 or more credit hours. Graduates considered half-time are enrolled 4 or more credit hours.
A student that has been awarded FWS may view this in the Financial Aid section of their FlashLine account. After logging into FlashLine:
- Choose the Student tab on the left column
- Under Finances, click on Scholarships and Financial Aid
- Select "Financial Aid Awards"
- Choose the appropriate Award Year from the drop-down and click Submit
- Click on the Award Overview tab
If you do not see a FWS award listed on FlashLine, that means that you have not been awarded FWS.
2024-2025 Update:
Kent campus students: You may request an eligibility review and possible awarding of Federal Work Study by completing this online form: 2024-2025 Fall/Spring Federal Work Study Request Form (Dynamic Forms).
Regional campus students: You may begin to contact the financial aid office at your respective Kent State regional campus regarding a federal work study award for fall 2024 and spring 2025.
Read about summer financial aid, including requesting Federal Work Study
If a Kent Campus student with a FWS award does not find an on-campus student job within the first six weeks after Fall semester classes begin, the FWS award for that school year may be canceled.