Work Study

The Federal Work Study program is one of three federal campus based aid programs. For the student, it is a part time job in which the student receives a paycheck after working their hours. The funding for the position is provided by the Federal Government and not Eastern Oregon University.  Students who receive Work Study awards usually find jobs on campus; however, EOU has several off campus Work Study contracts available. We can also look into setting up a new contract if you find another position you would like to have.

With regard to working in a FWS position during a period when the student is not attending classes, e.g., the summer term or winter term, the school must apply the attributed earnings to the cost of attendance for the next period of enrollment. So, while there is no statutory limitation on the number of hours a student may work during a period of non-enrollment, those earnings may affect a student’s eligibility for FWS funds and other financial aid during the next period in which the student is enrolled.

Learn more about work study from the Federal Student Aid office.

EOU Student Employee Policy

29 Hour Rule

Eastern’s policy is that students may work no more than 29 hours a week during academic terms. Students may work over the 29-hour limitation during the summer months and breaks between terms. International students may jeopardize their Visa status by working over 20 hours per week and students with work-study may jeopardize their work-study status. For more information, please search the EOU Policy website for Student Employee Policy (2.15.05).

Learn more about starting an EOU FWS position