Get Ut Austin Work Study

Federal Work–Study (FWS) is a need-based program. It allows eligible full-time or part-time enrolled undergraduate, graduate, and professional students to work part-time to earn part of their educational expenses. The FWS program awards UT students an average of $3,000 per year.

In order to establish eligibility for Work-Study funding at The University of Texas at Austin, a student must: Show documented financial need every year by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). ... Be awarded Federal Work-Study on the Work-Study Verification (WSV).

How many hours can they work? The minimum wage is $15 per hour for undergraduate students and $20 per hour for graduate students. Although there is no maximum hourly wage, please consider your department budget, the applicant's experience and skills, and the number of work hours per week.

Students may be awarded work-study as part of their financial aid package. Work-study awards make it possible for students with financial need to earn money through part-time jobs to help pay for educational expenses.

Student Eligibility Show documented financial need every year by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). ... Be awarded Federal Work-Study on the Work-Study Verification (WSV). Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy standards as set by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.

If you would like to be considered for Work-Study, mark “yes” to the question on the FAFSA that asks whether you are interested in student employment. Work-Study awards are based on available funds. Once you have been awarded Work-Study as part of your financial aid package, it is up to you to find an approved job.

NOTE: Work-Study Employment program at UT include Federal Work-Study, State Work-Study, and Institutional Work-Study.

Work Study Salary in Texas Annual SalaryMonthly PayTop Earners$72,553$6,04675th Percentile$39,134$3,261Average$31,842$2,65325th Percentile$14,510$1,209