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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>What Is Federal Work Study?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
Federal Work-Study (FWS) is offered as a part of your total financial aid package to assist you in financing your education at Alcorn State University. This is money that does not have to be repaid. Federal Work-Study is a real job. The term “Work-Study” does not mean that you can study on the job. It means that you work to obtain the funds to be able to study at Alcorn.<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>What Are The Advantages Of A Fws Job?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
One advantage is being able to arrange your work schedule around your classes. We do ask that your work schedule be in blocks of time. If you can schedule entire mornings or afternoons, it would be better for you and your employer. Other advantages include a monthly pay check, gaining valuable work experiences that will look good on a resume, and keeping student debt to a minimum.<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>How Much Can I Work?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
Your award offer will indicate the dollar amount of your FWS award for the year. Although your pay will always be based upon actual hours worked, this award indicates the maximum amount you will be allowed to earn. During placement at the beginning of each term, you will be given an official job assignment sheet, which will indicate the maximum earnings and suggested number of hours per month. You and your supervisor will determine your work schedule depending on your supervisor’s needs and your class schedule. You are authorized to work a maximum of 20 hours per week.<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Where will I be assigned to work?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
For priority consideration, students should report to the James L. Bolden Campus Union Ballroom for fee payment during registration. At that time, you will be referred to a department. For placement after registration has closed, you will need to go to the Financial Aid Office. If you are a continuing student who has been requested by the department you worked in the previous term, we will reassign you to that area if you qualify for the FWS program again.<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>How Do I Get Paid?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
Pay rates for FWS jobs will be the current federal minimum wage. Your department will complete a monthly TIME SHEET, available from the Financial Aid Office, and have it submitted to the Employment Counselor by the time specified. Your Time Sheet must be completed properly and must include your signature and the Department Head’s signature. Your paycheck will be available for pick-up at the cashier’s window unless you elected the direct deposit option. You will receive your check on the 10th of each month following the end of each pay period.<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>What Are My Responsibilities?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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