All University of South Carolina system institutions will be closed through the end of the spring semester. Columbia campus virtual instruction will continue through the end of the Summer II semester (Aug 1). Details can be found on the coronavirus landing page.
Federal Work-Study is a financial aid program funded by the federal government and administered by the university. Students can find employment to help pay for college expenses beyond the tuition bill.
Work-study students should work with their supervisor on the possibility of working remotely for the remaining spring semester. This decision will be up to each individual department. If you are able to work, students are advised to limit their hours worked to no more than their average hours worked per week prior to the closure and should not exceed 20 hours per week. For students who are continuing to work in multiple jobs, the hours worked in each job should be accurately reflected in ITAMS.
As you think about applying for Federal Work-Study aid, consider the benefits of learning while you earn. Look for positions that give work experience in your field of study or provide a valuable service to the community. Review the job postings, qualifications, the number of hours required and how the schedule would fit with your classes and study time before you arrange interviews with the hiring manager or make a commitment to the job.
The key to success in Federal Work-Study is having the right student for the right job. The more students who apply, the better your odds of finding the right students — and quite possibly future long-term employees — for you. Learn the process for becoming a work-study employer, and let us help you get the word out about available positions for qualified students.
The Federal Work-Study program has very specific procedures that must be followed by students and employers alike. From how a student is paid to modifying a work-study award, it is important that everyone understands these procedures to avoid putting the student's financial aid award in jeopardy.