Federal Work-Study
To Do List:
- Fill out your Free Application for Study Financial Aid (FAFSA) by March 1st (priority filing date).
NIU's School Code is 00173
- You will receive notification of your eligibility for work-study from the Student Financial Aid Office.
- Visit the Human Resources Student Employment site for current job openings.
Federal Work-Study Program
The Federal Work-Study Program is a federally funded program that provides employment for students by paying a percentage of the students' wages.
Eligibility for Federal Work-Study Employment
In order to work under the Federal Work-Study program, students must:
- Be enrolled for at least 6 semester hours
- Maintain at least a 2.0 GPA
- Work no more than 20 hours per week
- Summer Employment - You are not required to take classes during the summer semester in order to work. You must be enrolled for a least 6 credit hours during the fall semester after your summer employment. You must also have completed the FAFSA, the Work-Study Application Form, and qualify for federal work-study for the following year.
Resources for Federal Work-Study Employment
- Visit Human Resources for current employment opportunities and application instructions
- Apply directly to your residence hall, the Holmes Student Center, Founders Memorial Library or other potential employers.
- Visit the Student Employment Office in Swen Parson 232 or call them at (815) 753-1394.
- Don't forget to read your Student Rights and Responsibilities when looking for different ways to fund your education and your different financial aid opportunities.
