Work Study & Student Employment

What is Work Study?

Work study provides the opportunity to earn a portion of your financial aid assistance by working part-time, either on campus or with participating community-based, partners off campus. You can work a maximum of 20 hours per week when classes are in session and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.
The FRCC work-study program is funded by money from both the federal and state governments. Eligibility for this program is determined by first completing the Free Application of Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and availability of funds. Final determination is made through the Financial Aid office.

Our Financial Aid office offers virtual work study drop in sessions every month. See upcoming sessions below.

What are the Different Types of Work Study?

The Federal Work Study Program is authorized by the Higher Education Act of 1965 and is reauthorized in the Higher Education Act of 1986 and based upon a students need. The Colorado Work Study Program was authorized in 1969 by the 47th General Assembly and available for students who are Colorado residents based upon a students need.

How Do I Apply for Work Study?

When completing the FAFSA, indicate your desire for work study and make sure your application is submitted by FRCC's April 1 priority consideration date. Work study is a part of a student's financial aid award and these funds are generally assigned on a first come - first served basis. If your financial aid award does not contain a work study offer and you are interested in the program, please contact the Financial Aid Office to be considered.

What are the eligibility requirements for Work Study?

• Students must have submitted the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have been determined to be eligible.
• Must be a US citizen or an eligible non-citizen, as defined by the US Department of Education.
• Must be enrolled and attending 6 or more credit hours that apply towards an eligible degree or certificate program.
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or have been successfully homeschooled.
• Must be meeting the FRCC Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress standards.
• Cannot  be in default of a student loan or owe a repayment on a federal grant at any educational institution.

How Do I Find a Job?

Available positions are posted online through eWOLF. The link to the positions will be in the Student Job Opportunities card, under the link titled, “Jobs listed by academic community and by campus." 

As an applicant, you will be asked to create a “profile,” which will give you the opportunity to upload your resume and all other pertinent information you would need to apply for a job.

Tips on Job Searching

• Be prepared to provide two references in your application, along with a copy of your course schedule.
• Pay attention to the location of the position as well as the minimum requirements.
• Use the Filter menu at the top right of the job search page to change the location. Ensure you see only student jobs by filtering for the Job Type “Student Employee.”

How Do I Get Paid?

All students are paid every two weeks after electronically submitting a time-sheet with supervisor approval. This is in accordance with the CCCS Biweekly Payroll Schedule.

Students may work up to 20 hours per week when classes are in session, and up to 28 hours per week during designated breaks (fall, winter and spring break).  

Hourly rates of pay meet federal requirements and are determined by the hiring department and the Financial Aid Office. Hourly rates begin at $16.00 for on-campus positions. 

Have Questions About Work Study?

You can reach out to our collegewide work-study coordinator, Jen Cummins or visit one of our virtual drop-in sessions every month via WebEx to get your questions answered!