Financial Aid Department

Work Study Programs

New Mexico Tech's Title IV code for federal financial aid (FAFSA) applications is 002654. Employment on campus in various offices or departments. Student finds own job. Money goes to student in form of paycheck. This award does not guarantee a job. See note below.

Federal Work Study (FWS)

FAFSA Website

Deadline: March 1

Eligibility: Undergraduate and graduate students with demonstrated need

Award Amount: Varies with need. Paid per hour, usually minimum wage.

Award Duration: While pursuing an undergraduate degree

Apply: Complete FAFSA* annually

New Mexico Work Study

FAFSA Website

Deadline: March 1

Eligibility: Undergraduate and graduate students who are New Mexico residents

Award Amount: Varies with need. Paid per hour, usually minimum wage.

Award Duration: While pursuing an undergraduate degree

Apply: Complete FAFSA* annually

Notes

Satisfactory Academic Progress must be maintained by each student in order to maintain eligibility for any financial aid program (grants, work study, loans).

More information regarding student employment can be found in the Student Employment Handbook.

*FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. New Mexico Tech's Title IV code for federal financial aid applications is 002654.

** Deadlines represent risk dates. Student who apply after these dates may find they are eligible, but may not be awarded certain types of aid due to limited funding.