Federal Work Study
The University of Arkansas is committed to promoting part-time employment opportunities for students through federal work-study, on-campus employment, and off-campus employment and internship connections.
Federal Work Study
Federal Work Study (FWS) is a federal program which offers eligible students part-time job opportunities to help pay their educational expenses. FWS funds are limited. Therefore, priority consideration is given to students who:
- Complete the FAFSA in a timely manner each year.
- Indicate interest in the Federal Work-Study Program on the FAFSA.
- Demonstrate a high level of financial need as determined by the FAFSA results.
- Enroll in at least 6 hours of coursework for the semester.
Please read Federal Work Study FAQs and contact your Financial Aid Counselor if you have any further questions on your eligibility or the awarding of Federal Work-Study.
In your Student Center, navigate to Finances > Financial Aid > Accept/Decline Awards to view your awards. If you are awarded Federal Work-Study, you may either:
- Accept the award and begin finding a work study position.
- Decline the award if you do not choose to use your work-study award. This is important in order to allow the funds you reject to be available for another student to receive work study.
How do I find a job if I have been awarded Federal Work-Study? Federal Work Study Information