Work Study Programs

(Federal and Regular)

Work Study is funded from federal and institutional resources. This program allows students to earn part of their educational expenses by working part-time under the Federal Work Study Program (FWS) or the Regular Work Study Program (RWSP). At ETSU these programs award students from $1200 - $2,000 per year. The exact earning potential depends upon the award maximum and hours actually worked. FWS students can work up to 171 hours a semester ($1000) and RWS students can work up to 103 hours a semester ($600). The pay rate is minimum wage ($5.85 per hour) and student workers are paid twice a month based on the hours they work. (Please keep in mind that these earnings do not go directly to your tuition/fees. Student fees must be paid before classes start each semester.)

How do I apply for Federal Work Study?

How do I apply for Regular Work Study?

How do I find an Academic Performance Scholarship Work Position?

How do I apply for Graduate Assistantships?

How do I apply for Cooperative Education Program (CO-OP) and off-campus jobs?

ETSU Financial Aid Office
East Tennessee State University
P.O. Box 70722
Johnson City, TN 37614-1710
Phone (423) 439-4300
1-800-704-ETSU
Fax (423) 439-5855