Sources of Aid

Federal Work Study Program
Funded in part by the federal government, this program compensates students for work done in public and nonprofit agencies. At the Columbia School of Social Work, this program works uniquely in that students are compensated for service at their field placement. Participants in this program receive up to $4,410 annually and payment is issued to students in bi-weekly installments.

In order to qualify, students must be enrolled for at least 10 credits, including fieldwork, and demonstrate financial need and eligibility according to federal guidelines. The student's fieldwork agency must also be a nonprofit organization offering no financial compensation outside of the Federal Work Study Program. Due to federal budget restrictions, awards are also based on the availability of funding. The Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan is a prerequisite to receive Federal Work Study.

For more information, please visit the Work Study Program website.