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Federal Work-Study Program (FWS)The Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program is a federal campus-based program that provides jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with demonstrated need who are enrolled on at least a half-time basis. Students are generally paid at least the prevailing federal minimum wage and may work as many as 40 hours a week (although 10-15 hours is more typical). A student's FWS award depends on when the student applies, the student's level of need, and the funding level at the student's school. Most FWS jobs are on-campus jobs, although some are off campus. Students who work on campus usually work for their school. Those working off campus usually work for a private nonprofit organization or a public agency, performing work in the public interest. Some schools may have agreements with private for-profit organizations for FWS jobs -- these must be relevant to the student's course of study. About 713,000 students received assistance under the Federal Work-Study Program, according to the College Board.
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