FWS
Can students receive academic credit for their work study?
Yes!
What does FSEOG stand for?
One student has an SAI of -1500 and 5000 unmet need, and another student has an SAI of 1000 with 9000 unmet need. Which student will be prioritized in awarding FSEOG?
The first student, they have greater financial need.
What is the award that is a grant provided to students with exceptional financial need?
FSEOG
Does PSU participate in FWS and FSEOG?
Yes to both!
Can grad students be awarded FWS?
Yes
Can FSEOG be awarded to postbac or grad students?
No, it is only available to undergrads for their first degree
A student has an SAI of 3000 and their COA is 8000. Can they be awarded FWS? (if meeting other criteria)
Yes
Which program provides part time employment to students to offset some educational costs?
Federal Work Study
Where does PSU post most FWS position applications?
Handshake
Can students have a work study off campus for a private for profit organization?
Yes, if the school approves it. The school or organization will be contributing more of the wages than other FWS positions.
Does FSEOG require full time enrollment?
No, students can receive FSEOG at any enrollment level.
Is there a maximum FWS award schools are required to follow?
Only limit is the student's COA, schools can choose their own limits
What programs are campus based aid?
FWS, FSEOG, Bonus: Perkins loans (discontinued)
Which staff member(s) directly oversee FWS at PSU?
Chloe Hays and Matt Knauss
Are students responsible for returning any over award of FWS funds?
No, schools or the employer can cover the difference. Schools are allowed a $300 over award paid from general FWS funds.
Can a student whose SAI is outside of Pell Grant range, and has unmet need be considered for an FSEOG award?
Yes, but it is unlikely they would be awarded due to priority with students with greater financial need.
Can a student who will reach Pell LEU during the award year be awarded with first priority for FSEOG for the full year?
Yes, students only need Pell eligibility at any point during the year.
What percent of FWS and FSEOG funds does the school have to contribute?
25% (schools can contribute more)
How much does PSU typically award FSEOG per term?
$200
Can students receive FWS in the summer if they aren't attending classes?
Yes, it will pull from next award year.
How much is the maximum and minimum a school can award FSEOG for the year?
$4,000 potentially $4,400 for students who study abroad, minimum of $400