Lewis and Clark Community College

Work Study Programs

Work-study programs allow you to earn money for educational expenses by working on campus. Students in these programs typically work 10-20 hours a week, with the number of hours mutually agreed upon by the student and the college. Unlike other forms of financial aid, work-study wages are paid directly to you (usually monthly), not credited to the student's account.

Federal Work-Study

This is an employment program funded by L&C and by funds received from the federal government. Students who qualify for this program on the basis of financial need as determined by their FAFSA may seek employment opportunities by contacting the Financial Aid Office. Students are paid minimum wage and the average workload usually cannot exceed 20 hours per week. Students must be enrolled in at least six credit hours each semester.

Information about the federal work-study program can be found here .

How to Apply

Begin the financial aid application process , including completing the FAFSA.

If Federal Work Study is packaged on your Financial Aid award letter, complete the application and submit it to the Financial Aid Office.

Institutional Student Employment

This employment program is not based on financial need. You may participate if you’re enrolled in at least one credit hour in the term for which work is performed. Students are paid minimum wage and the workload is from one to 20 hours per week.

How to apply

Obtain an Institutional Work Study application form from the Financial Aid Office and submit it.