Financial Aid
Work-study at Union is based on need as determined by the FAFSA and CSS Profile. The program is administered by the college and offered to students as part of their financial aid package. Authorized earnings range from $1700 to $2200 for the year and the specific amount will be indicated on the financial aid offer letter. The pay rate for all work-study positions is $9.70 per hour.
For the 2025-26 academic year, students will no longer be using Handshake as a means for applying for work study. Please stay tuned for more information regarding the application process. If a student is looking for a position for the 2024-25 academic year, please email Audrey Carlton at carltona@union.edu for assistance.
Work study earnings are not directly applied to the student’s account. Most students use their earnings for personal and book expenses. Students are able to make payments to their account from work study earnings, but this is not an automatic process.
Paychecks are issued bi-weekly for hours worked during the prior two weeks. Students can have a paper check sent to their campus mailbox or can have the check deposited directly into their checking account. Direct deposit is recommended, to sign up for this the student must complete the Direct Deposit Request Form included in the Student New Hire Packet.
Students who have not worked at Union previously need to complete employment paperwork with Human Resources before beginning work. At this time, students can complete the paperwork online. Visit the HR website, select 'New Employee Information', then 'New Student Employee Forms.' *Note: original documentation verifying the student’s identity and employment authorization is required for the I-9 form and must be brought in-person to Human Resources, located in College Park Hall. The list of acceptable documents can be found in the Student New Hire Packet. Any questions, students should contact hr@union.edu.