Essential Criteria for Students:
Be currently enrolled as an APU student (min. 9 units for UG, 3 units for Grad)
Have Federal Work Study eligibility listed in the academic year's financial aid package
Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen, authorized to work
Meet satisfactory academic progress (min. 2.0 GPA) and be in good standing with the university. Some positions have preferred 3.0+ GPA.
For complete details on eligibility, employment and hiring steps, as well as Frequently Asked Questions about FWS, visit the Office of Student Employment website.
Federal Work Study (FWS) is part of a student's financial aid package and can be found in the student's home portal under the Financial Aid summary. If eligible, FWS will be listed along with other aid such as scholarships, grants, and loans. The award amount is the amount that can be earned through an on-campus or approved community-based job, utilizing these funds. For questions on eligibility or to explore an increase in the award amount, students should contact APU's Student Services Center.
▶️ Graduate Students: Students who have completed a FAFSA and are eligible for Title IV aid may be eligible for FWS upon request and should contact APU’s Student Services Center at ssc@apu.edu (it’s not automatically awarded in the graduate financial aid package). Students who would like to apply for CAP community-based positions will need to first confirm FWS eligibility.