How many hours can I work a week?
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The average that most students will work is 4-6 hours per week during the academic year. You can not work over your award amount. If you are unsure of your award amount or if you have been awarded a Federal Work-Study award, you may log into your financial aid account on NetPartners. You may view the award/hours reference chart directly below to determine the aprroximate number of hours you may work per week to earn your entire award.Example: If you are awarded a $1200 Federal Work-Study for the academic year, then you may work apporximately 5.5 hours a week to earn your entire award.
| Yearly Award Amount | Hours Per Week @ $7.25 per Hour |
|---|---|
| $500 | 2.50 |
| $600 | 2.75 |
| $700 | 3.25 |
| $800 | 3.50 |
| $900 | 4.00 |
| $1000 | 4.50 |
| $1100 | 5.00 |
| $1200 | 5.50 |
| $1300 | 6.00 |
| $1400 | 6.50 |
| $1500 | 7.00 |
| $1600 | 7.50 |
| $1700 | 8.00 |
| $1800 | 8.50 |
| $1900 | 9.00 |
| $2000 | 9.50 |
