Student Employment

Federal Work Study Program (FWS):

The FWS program provides funds that are earned through part-time employment to assist students in financing the costs of postsecondary education. Students can receive FWS funds at Porterville College. Hourly wages are paid at minimum wage. Award amounts are determined by the student's need and the number of hours that can reasonably be handled with the course load selected.

Financial need is determined by the Department of Education, using a standard formula established by Congress, to evaluate the financial information reported on the FAFSA and to determine the expected family contribution (EFC).

Students are limited to a maximum of 19 hours per week when school is in session. If funds are available, students may be eligible to work the summer session.

TO PARTICIPATE IN THE FWS PROGRAM students must indicate they are interested in work study on their FAFSA application. Students must fill out employment documents with the Financial Aid Office before employment can begin. Please contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.

*To be eligible for FWS, students the student must be enrolled in courses for that semester.

Other Student Campus Employment:

Other student employment opportunities are available at various Porterville College campus locations. Funding for these student employment positions is different from the Federal Work Study program and positions vary each year.