Federal Work Study (FWS) at UVU

Federal Work Study (FWS) is a need-based financial aid program that helps students earn money for educational expenses through part-time employment while attending classes. Jobs are designed to be flexible so you can balance work with your academic schedule, making FWS an excellent way to reduce student debt while preparing for your future career.

Who Can Apply?

You’re eligible if you:

• Complete the FAFSA.

• Be awarded FWS in your financial aid package.

• Be an undergraduate or graduate student (excludes Global Aviation and Distance Education).

• Demonstrate financial need.

• Be enrolled at least half-time (6+ credits undergrad, 4.5+ credits graduate).

• Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).

• Be eligible to legally work in the U.S.

How to Apply for FWS Jobs

1. Accept your award in myUVU:

   • Log in → Students → Paying for My Education → My Financial Aid → Award Offer.

2. Apply online using the job links provided below.

3. Interview with departments.

4. Accept an offer if hired.

You can view open positions here: 

browse jobs here

Important Deadlines

• Fall 2025: Secure a job by September 30, 2025
• Spring 2026: Secure a job by February 28, 2026

Pay Details & Conditions of Employment

• Pay Range: $11.61 – $21.12/hour
• Pay Schedule: 1st & 16th of each month (two-week lag)
• Pay Stubs: Available in myUVU

To remain eligible you must:

• Stay enrolled half-time each semester.
• Complete a new FAFSA every year.
• Maintain SAP requirements.

FWS employment may end if:

• Your financial aid eligibility changes.

• You drop below half-time, withdraw, or lose SAP eligibility.

• You reach your annual FWS award maximum.

• A supervisor documents unsatisfactory conduct or performance.

Termination Guidelines

The Financial Aid & Scholarships Office may terminate a student if eligibility changes. Supervisors may terminate for breaches of conduct, inadequate performance, or other serious concerns. Reasons for dismissal must be documented and presented to People and Culture.

Have Concerns?

UVU has an Ethics Point reporting system that allows anyone to report issues (accounting, auditing, internal control, etc.) anonymously and confidentially.

 

Hiring a Work Study Student?

Departments must:

1. Post positions through People and Culture.

2. Review applications & interview candidates.

   • Move applicants through the hiring workflow in the system.

   • “Recommend to Hire” for selected candidates.

   • “Not Hired” for others.

3. Complete required forms before work begins:

   • Work Study Employer Information & Agreement Form

   • ePAF and new hire paperwork.

   • Background check (initiated by P&C).

4. Confirm eligibility: students must be enrolled half-time and meet FWS requirements each semester.

Employment Periods (2025–2026)

• Fall Only: July 1 – December 13, 2025

• Fall & Spring: July 1, 2025 – April 29, 2026

• Spring Only: January 2 – April 29, 2026

• Summer: April 30 – June 30, 2026