Student Employment

The FAFSA is required for students to work on campus. Birmingham-Southern College offers two student employment programs that provide work opportunities for students: the Federal College Work-Study Program (FCWSP) and the Birmingham-Southern College Work-Study Program (BSCWS).

The rate of pay for both programs starts at $7.25 per hour. To determine the number of hours one can work per term to earn the full award, divide the eligibility amount (amount from your award letter) by the wage (dollars per hour). This will give you the total number of hours per term you can work. Check with your supervisor to estimate the number of hours per week to work to earn you term allocation. Students should earn only the amount stipulated on the award letter.

To qualify for the Federal College Work-Study Program, which is a need-based program and partially supported by federal funding, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility. If a student is eligible, the Office of Financial Aid Services determines the amount of work-study. Not all students receiving need-based financial aid qualify for federal work-study.

Birmingham-Southern College Work-Study is fully funded by the College and is not need based, however, a FAFSA is required - students need not be receiving federal financial aid to work under this program. Normally BSCWS is awarded to students at the request of a faculty or staff member to fill positions such as teaching assistants, science lab assistants, lifeguards, etc. Funds are limited.

How to Apply for a Job

If you have not been awarded either of the two work-study programs and you are interested in working on campus, complete the Student Employment Application Form – which can be found on the Forms Page from the main financial aid web page for the appropriate year and submit it to Student Financial Aid Office. If openings become available, they will be filled on a "first come-first serve" basis for students who meet the qualifications for that position.

In the event you are placed in an on-campus job, you must complete additional required forms for student payroll. These forms are available on the Forms Page or can be obtained from the Financial Aid Office.

Unless otherwise specified, period of enrollment is September–May. The pay rate for all positions starts at $7.25 per hour.

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