Federal Work-Study (FWS)

Students who are interested in applying for Federal Work-Study (FWS) for Fall 2024/Spring 2025 must complete a 2024-2025 FAFSA and indicate an interest in Work-Study.There are both on-campus and off-campus jobs available for eligible students.

Effective, January 1, 2024 the on campus pay rate is $16.00 an hour. The off-campus pay rate varies depending on the job. You are paid only for hours worked in the job in which we place you, and you may not work beyond your award. Work-Study students may work up to 20 hours a week.

Eligible Students for FWS

  • Must be a matriculated student in a degree program at Queensborough Community College, and enrolled at least half-time (6 credits)
  • Must be in good academic standing and making satisfactory progress toward a degree, based on guidelines for Federal Title IV aid
  • Must not be in default of a Federal Perkins Loan or a Direct Loan
  • Must not owe a refund of a Federal PELL Grant or Federal SEOG or other federal aid
  • Must meet other eligibility requirements (e.g., citizenship, selective service, etc.)

**Only students who meet these criteria can make an appointment for Work-Study placement

**Please make sure that you "Accept" your award before you come in for placement

Work-Study Placement Appointments

The Federal Work-Study Program has placement appointments at the beginning of each semester. Eligible students will be contacted to schedule an appointment. 

When you come in for placement, you must bring all required documents with you:

The forms below will be provided at the placement appointment:

  • Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9 Form)

    • Please review the checklist of acceptable identification to be submitted with the I-9

    • Documents must be up to date and not expired

  • Confidentiality Statement

  • Labor Law Form

  • Student Instructions for Work-Study

Work-Study Payroll Calendar 2024-25

Time
Payroll Pay Period Sheets Pay
Period # Begins Ends Due Date
1 8/11/2024 8/24/2024 8/26/2024 9/5/2024
2 8/25/2024 9/7/2024 9/9/2024 9/19/2024
3 9/8/2024 9/21/2024 9/23/2024 10/3/2024
4 9/22/2024 10/5/2024 10/7/2024 10/17/2024
5 10/6/2024 10/19/2024 10/21/2024 10/31/2024
6 10/20/2024 11/2/2024 11/4/2024 11/14/2024
7 11/3/2024 11/16/2024 11/18/2024 11/27/2024
8 11/17/2024 11/30/2024 12/2/2024 12/12/2024
9 12/1/2024 12/14/2024 12/16/2024 12/26/2024
10 12/15/2024 12/28/2024 12/30/2024 1/9/2025
11 12/29/2024 1/11/2025 1/13/2025 1/23/2025
12 1/12/2025 1/25/2025 1/27/2025 2/6/2025
13 1/26/2025 2/8/2025 2/10/2025 2/20/2025
14 2/9/2025 2/22/2025 2/24/2025 3/6/2025
15 2/23/2025 3/8/2025 3/10/2025 3/20/2025
16 3/9/2025 3/22/2025 3/24/2025 4/3/2025
17 3/23/2025 4/5/2025 4/7/2025 4/17/2025
18 4/6/2025 4/19/2025 4/21/2025 5/1/2025
19 4/20/2025 5/3/2025 5/5/2025 5/15/2025
20 5/4/2025 5/17/2025 5/19/2025 5/29/2025
21 5/18/2025 5/31/2025 6/2/2025 6/12/2025

Campus Cultural Centers

Kupferberg Holocaust Center exterior lit up at nightOpens in a new window
Kupferberg Holocaust Center Opens in a new window

The KHC uses the lessons of the Holocaust to educate current and future generations about the ramifications of unbridled prejudice, racism and stereotyping.

Russian Ballet performing at the Queensborough Performing Arts CenterOpens in a new window
QPAC: Performing Arts CenterOpens in a new window

QPAC is an invaluable entertainment company in this region with a growing national reputation. The arts at QPAC continues to play a vital role in transforming lives and building stronger communities.

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QCC Art Gallery

The QCC Art Gallery of the City University of New York is a vital educational and cultural resource for Queensborough Community College, the Borough of Queens and the surrounding communities.