WorkStudy
Federal Work Study (FWS)
Federal Work Study is a federal program that provides an opportunity for you to work and earn money to help pay for educational expenses. The program allows you to work up to 20 hours per week, at a minimum wage, while school is in session. You obtain employment on or off campus, the latter at a nonprofit community service agency. Eligibility for Federal Work Study is also determined by financial need and availability of funds.
New Mexico Work Study (NMWS)
New Mexico Work Study is a state-funded program that provide part-time employment to help pay for educational expenses. A percentage of state work study funds is provided to students who exhibit financial need, with the remaining funds awarded to students who are ineligible for need-based federal or state funds. You may work up to 20 hours per week, at minimum wage, and secure work on or off campus. To be eligible for NMWS, you must be a New Mexico Resident.
