Federal+Work+Study

This short video will introduce you to the Federal Work Study (FWS) program;
media type="youtube" key="g2qIb9x00v4?fs=1" height="385" width="480" ==This additional information about FWS found on [|http://students.asu.edu/employment/type] ==


 * [|FWS] is a federally funded campus-based program designed to create additional job opportunities for students eligible to participate in need-based financial aid programs.
 * The hiring department pays only a percentage of the student's wages; the federal government subsidizes the remaining portion.
 * The program encourages community service work and work related to the student's course of study.
 * A FWS award is not disbursed in a lump sum, but through bi-weekly paychecks for hours actually worked. Therefore you must meet eligibility requirements throughout your employment.
 * A FWS award will NOT automatically credit your university charges.
 * FWS is awarded as part of your financial aid package. In order to activate your FWS award, you still need to apply and be hired in a FWS job. As an incoming student for the fall semester, you may start working in a FWS position on the first day of fall classes. Once all the federal funds have been committed, the program closes.
 * As a FWS employee, you are limited to earn the amount of your FWS award. Once you reach your earning limitation, the employer has the option of continuing your employment under the Hourly Employment Program. Due to budget restrictions, there is no guarantee for an hourly continuation. You may need to seek other employment.
 * Paychecks will be available in your department (or at the Cashier's Office of the Tempe campus for off-campus FWS jobs). You may also [|enroll in direct deposit through MyASU] under the Employee Self Service and Payroll & Compensation section.
 * FWS employment must end the day of graduation.
 * FWS earnings are considered taxable income by the IRS.
 * Important FAFSA Information—when you complete your FAFSA for the next [|academic year], you need to deduct your FWS earnings from your reported income using Worksheet C. FWS earnings are considered financial aid and are not included in the calculation of your [|EFC].