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Summer Aid Update: Summer 2024 financial aid will begin paying on your SHSU account balance the week of May 20th.
5/8/2024: Great News Bearkats! 2024-2025 Financial Aid Offers have begun! Please note if your FAFSA has been updated, requirements and offers are subject to change. Monitor your MySam and SHSU email for updates.
What is Work-Study?
Federal Work-Study Program
- Jobs are available both on and off campus.
- Available to Bearkats who show financial need and want to earn a portion of their education expenses.
- Most jobs begin at minimum wage, but there are many other benefits such as flexible work hours.
- Visit PeopleAdmin to view available positions.
Texas Work-Study Program
- Jobs are located on-campus
- Available to students who are Texas residents, show financial need, and want to earn a portion of their education expenses.
- Most jobs begin at minimum wage, but there are many other benefits such as flexible work hours.
How do I Receive Work-Study?
- Contact the Financial Aid & Scholarships office at workstudy@shsu.edu to determine eligibility.
- If you are a student worker, your department can contact workstudy@shsu.edu to determine work study eligibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I earn through Work-Study?
A student can earn up to $4000 for the academic year ($2000 Fall and $2000 Spring).
Will the money I earn go toward my Tuition and Fees?
No. All money earned is paid directly to the student in the form of Bi-Weekly pay.
No. If you are interested in Work Study, please contact the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships at 936-294-1774 or workstudy@shsu.edu to verify your eligibility for Work-Study.
When I am awarded will I be assigned a work study job?
No. Students are responsible for finding their own work study jobs. They may do so by visiting PeopleAdmin and searching for jobs.