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General Information
The Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program provides funds for part-time jobs which allow students to earn money needed to pay for educational
expenses. Work-Study awards are a form of federal financial aid. Positions are available both on and off campus. Students are encouraged
to find positions that provide work experience in their field of study or provide valuable service to the community. Jobs are advertised
on Career Services Website.
How to Find a Work Study Job
If you have received a Federal Work-Study award and you need to find a Work-Study job, the following information is
important for you to know.
Finding the right Work-Study job takes a little effort but is not complicated. Available job listings are posted Here. You will find:
- the job title
- the required qualifications
- the hours per week required
- the pay rate
- the employer's name, address, and phone number
Pick several positions that look promising and, using the information available, arrange some interviews. Before you make a commitment,
make sure the work schedule doesn't conflict with your class or study schedule, and that you are comfortable with the hours required.
Getting Hired
Before you can begin a work-study job on campus, your employer must complete a request for student services form. You do NOT have to
obtain a payroll form from the Financial Aid Office. You must be hired by the below void dates or your work-study award will be canceled.
| Award Period |
Void Date |
Fall/Spring |
October 15 |
Spring Only |
March 1 |
Failure to be hired by the void date will result in cancellation of your work-study award.
Remember that getting a Work-Study job is just like getting any other position, including interviews and applications. There is no
guarantee that the position you want will be available to you. So the earlier you get started, the better your chances of finding the
perfect Work-Study job
Getting Paid
The first step to getting a paycheck is to have your employer complete your hire paperwork. As an hourly employee
working on campus, you will enter your hours worked each week by filling out a preprinted timesheet. As a Work-Study student, you are
an employee of the University whether you work on or off campus. University employees are paid on the 15th and the last working day of
the month. The Payroll Office, located in room 113 in the Singleton Building, requires all employees to complete direct deposit
information. If the deposit information is not provided prior to printing the employee's first paycheck, the check will be distributed
to a campus card. You will need to go to the Payroll Office to provide your deposit information in order to receive your payroll check.
You cannot receive a paycheck until your payroll form has been submitted by your employer and you have submitted your hours worked on a
timecard. You will not receive a check on the first pay date after you begin working because of the time required to process payroll
forms. Be sure to submit your paperwork promptly to avoid a delay on your part in receiving your paycheck.
Award Limit
While pay rates vary slightly between jobs, the amount you may earn (your award) is fixed. This total is on your
award letter. Once you have earned this amount, you must stop working. That's why it's important to plan your work schedule at the
beginning of each term and figure out how long it will take to earn your award.
The formula is simple:
Work-Study Award Amount / Hourly Pay Rate / # Weeks in term = Hours per week.
Changing Jobs
You are allowed one job change each year. Stop by the Financial Aid Office and request the change. You'll need to
bring a form terminating your previous employment and a record of the amount you earned. In approximately two (2) days, a new payroll form will be
available.
Working More than one Job
While the Financial Aid Office does not encourage students to hold multiple Work-Study positions, you may, with
prior approval from the Financial Aid Office, work more than one job at the same time. You cannot work more than twenty hours in any
week while classes are in session.
Having Trouble Deciding
If you can't decide which job to take remember that the goal of Work-Study is to provide a "real life" work experience
while you are in school. It may not always be possible, but the ideal Work-Study position would be related to your educational goals
or career interest.
If you're a business major, for example, you may want to look at jobs that provide office or accounting experience. If you're studying
sociology, one of the "Community Service" positions might be perfect.
The final decision is yours. In fact, that's the secret of making Work-Study work for you. There are a variety of challenging positions
and opportunities to learn, and the sooner you get started, the better your chances of finding the right Work-Study job
Withdrawal/Drop to less than halftime
If you drop to less than halftime or withdraw from the University during a semester or summer session, you may not continue working through the
Work-Study Program. Please visit the Financial Aid Office to meet with a counselor about terminating the Work-Study job. You will also receive information
about the effect of the withdrawal on other forms of financial aid.
Community Service Work Opportunities
The Federal Work-Study program at CCU has a special "Community Service" category. Work-Study students work directly with
agencies which provide much needed services to families and individuals right here in Horry County. From Boys and Girls Clubs to
elementary schools for at risk teens, CCU Work-Study students have the opportunity to serve their community and get paid in the
process.
While the pay scale for "Community Service" positions is comparable to other Work- Study jobs, the rewards can be priceless.
Look for the special "America Reads/Counts" section.
America Reads/Counts
Work-Study students have the opportunity to help teach children in reading and math. Students work directly with elementary
schools and different agencies in an effort to make sure that all children can read and solve mathematical problems. You can become a
tutor by coming to the Financial Aid Office and asking for an application to be an America Reads/America Counts Tutor, attend a
Tutor/Mentor Workshop, receive orientation at school and meet children, attend a literacy workshop, and a criminal background check
and 2.0 GPA is required.
Participating Schools:
- Palmetto Boys Elementary (9 miles off Hwy 544)
- Socastee Elementart (17 miles off Hwy 707 & 544)
- Waccamaw Elementary ( 6 miles off Hwy 501)
- Conway Elementary ( 16 miles off 12th Avenue N)
- Homewood Elementary ( 18 miles on Hwy 701 N)
- Pee Dee Elementary (22 miles off Hwy 701 N)
- South Conway Elementary (14 miles on Hwy 9)
- Green See Floyds Elementary (56 miles off Hwy 9)
- Loris Elementary (50 miles on Hwy 9 Bus.)
- Myrtle Beach Intermediate (27 miles on Oak St. N)
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