WORK-STUDY

Work-Study may be offered if you have demonstrated financial need and marked “yes” to Work-Study on the FAFSA. The program funds student employment. The employer benefits by hiring a work-study student because the federal government assists with paying 75% of the wages; the student benefits by learning new skills, working in between their class schedule, and gaining valuable work experience. In addition, since work-study wages are considered financial aid, the wages earned are listed as an exemption on Worksheet C on the FAFSA. You may choose to work on-campus; or off-campus in community service, literacy, or other organizations related to your interest or field of study. You may search for jobs listed on the Career Navigator website at www.unr.edu/cn. You are responsible for contacting any prospective employers, interviewing and securing employment. A referral letter is mailed from our office during the summer as an introduction to a prospective employer. You may earn wages during the year–half of the total each semester–up to the total allocation on the Offer Letter. Funds are limited so if you were not offered Work-Study on your Offer Letter, you may contact our office to request to be added to the waitlist.

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