Work Study/Employment

1. Federal College Workstudy Program (FWSP): The purpose of this program is to provide a means through employment, whereby an eligible student can earn funds with which to pay for educational expenses. The rate of pay is in compliance with the Federal Minimum Wage Law. Based on the amount of demonstrated need, a student could earn as much as $2,040 during the two semester college year. Through this program students may work up to 15 hours per week while attending classes and up to 40 hours per week during vacation periods. In order to qualify for Federal College Workstudy, students must demonstrate financial need. Job assignments are based on individual skills, work experience, college major, date of Financial Aid Application, etc.
2. Colorado State Workstudy Program (CSWS): The purpose of this program is to provide a means through employment, whereby an eligible student can earn funds with which to pay for educational expenses. The rate of pay is in compliance with the federal Minimum wage Law. Based on the amount of demonstrated need, a student could earn as much as $2,040 during the two semester college year. Through this program students may work up to 15 hours per week while attending classes and up to 40 hours per week during vacation periods. Generally, students must demonstrate financial need to qualify for this program. Job assignments are based on individual work experiences, college major, date of Financial Aid Application, etc.
3. Institutional Workstudy (IWS): This program allows students to work up to 15 hours per week while attending classes and up to 40 hours per week during vacation periods. Eligibility for employment under the Institutional Workstudy Program is determined on a basis other than student financial need. Job assignments are based on individual skills, work experience, college major, date of Financial Aid Application, etc. The number of jobs available through this program is limited. The purpose of this program is to satisfy specific needs of the college. The rate of pay is in compliance with the Federal Minimum Wage Law.