Who qualifies for Federal Work-Study?

Eligibility

To be eligible for Work-Study, a student must:

  • Be an undergraduate or graduate student
  • Meet and maintain Federal and Penn State Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements
    • Be enrolled in and eligible degree or certificate program
    • Be enrolled for at least six credits
    • Comply with Penn State's Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
  • Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Demonstrate financial need
    • Financial need = COA - EFC/SAI
  • Complete the verification process