Columbia University Student Financial Services

The Federal Work-Study program is designed to promote part-time employment for students who qualify for help in financing their education. The financial aid office determines eligibility for the program.

Students who have been approved for financial aid and would like to use their Federal Work-Study award should follow these steps to get started:

Steps for Using the Work-Study Award

1.  Review you financial aid award amount through Student Services Online (SSOL).  After logging in, select Financial Aid and then Federal Work-Study. 
2. To search for a job, log in to the Work-Study system with your UNI and password.
3. Once you find a position meeting your search criteria, follow instructions to apply online.
4. After you have been offered a position, new students should complete required forms. No forms are required for continuing students once they have been hired. 
5. You will receive notification from the Work-Study Office once your new job has been approved.
6. Report to work.