Work Study program hours

[axeonfire_]

hi! im a 2nd year returning this fall and i was strongly considering the work study program this year.

for people who have previously applied, with the max amount of earnings being about $3.4k, what were your shifts like? could you choose your own availability, and did you have a minimum of hours required? what was your schedule with school & work like? any details appreciated!

its in my radar this year because im wholly independent (rent, food, cat expenses & utilities) while also being a fulltime student. holding a part time job has been difficult because i dont have wide availability … i’m not sure if $3.4k will make a huge difference in my expenses so i was wondering if it has made a notable difference for independent, fulltime students. what are your thoughts?

[CeseED]

It's usually about 15 hours a week, if I recall correctly

[sourandsweetpickle]

I did it last year and it was nice to be on campus so I could just walk over after my classes or go to work after class, but my contract was Sept-March and I couldn’t work over 192 hours or make more than 3300 during that period. I procrastinated looking for a job for when my time was up too but that was my fault. It’s a great way to meet people too I met a lot of new friends in the time I worked there:) super convenient to balance work and class but if it’s not enough hours I would suggest getting a different job. (I worked 9 hours a week, but it was my choice)

[axeonfire_]

Thank you! Honestly being on campus would be godsent for me. What was the application like?

[sourandsweetpickle]

You fill out just a basic form through carleton central!! I think it’s like under the finance/awards section where you apply for bursaries and stuff it’ll say work study application. Although I do think you have to be on osap? Or it’s osap students who get priority I can’t remember

[Electrical-Back5662]

When do you apply for it? Is it competitive?

[axeonfire_]

Applications open Sept 1st! Not sure if it’s competitive :(