Work Study
What is work-study?
The work-study program provides jobs for students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses. The program encourages community service work and work related to your major course of study.
How much will I make?
Your work-study wages will be at least the current federal minimum wage. Your total work-study award depends on when you apply, your level of need, and the funding level of the school.
How will I be paid?
You will be paid by the hour. The school will pay you directly at least once a month to your selected preference. Go to the following link, sign-in, click payroll, then payroll preference to activate this function. RefundSelection.com
You will be required to submit your timesheet to your supervisor for review and approval. The instructions on how to complete your Timesheet will assist you in making sure all information is accurate. Any falsifying of time will be grounds for termination.
Can I work as many hours as I want?
No. When assigning work hours, your class schedule, academic progress, and department of employment will be considered.
How do I apply for work-study?
- Complete the FAFSA.
- You are welcome to check with any department on your campus that you may be interested in to see if those departments have any work-study job opportunities. These also include the Fitness Centers, Libraries, and even possibly Maintenance Department.
- Once you have met with a Supervisor and they decide to start the hiring process, you will receive a task for the New Hire Work-study packet initiated by your supervisor. This will post in your My Holmes portal under the Financial Aid Tasks/Dynamic Forms box. Check your tab labeled My Forms/Portal tab to view your task to complete
- You are not allowed to start working until all documentation has been completed and Brittany Engle notifies your supervisor all requirements have been met. If a student starts working before their start date they will NOT be paid for those hours worked.
Brittany Engle
Financial Aid Advisor
(662) 472-9130
bengle@holmescc.edu
