1998-1999 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705
Finances
Employment
Employment programs provide an opportunity for students to earn money to help finance their educational expenses. Students may be employed at minimum wage for up to 20 hours per week when classes are in session and up to 40 hours per week during vacation periods. Wages for hours worked are paid every other week directly to the student.
Students are responsible for securing their own positions on campus. A bulletin board outside of the Financial Aid Office displays known job vacancies. Also, students may call the CareerLink Student Employment Job Hotline, 724-357-2556, to hear about available positions. Students may directly contact departmental and administrative offices for job opportunities as well. However, there are generally more students seeking employment than there are jobs available. Students with work-study awards are not guaranteed that they will obtain employment.
Federal Work-Study Program (FWSP)
Eligibility for FWSP is based on financial need. Students must complete both the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and an IUP FWSP Application.
Community Service Program
This employment program places FWSP-eligible students in community service positions available both on and off campus. In addition to earning money, students gain practical work experience related to their academic major. The Student Community Service Office located in 103 Pratt Hall assists students with placement.
University Employment (UE)
This program is similar to the Federal Work Study Program. However, students who do not demonstrate financial need may be employed. No financial aid application is necessary. Inquire directly with campus offices regarding available positions.
PHEAA State Work Study
Off-campus employment that relates to the student's academic major may be available through the PHEAA State Work-Study program. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office and must be completed by both the student and the organization for which the student would like to be employed. Applications can also be accessed through PHEAA's web site at http://www.pheaa.org.
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