TYPES OF AID

NEED-BASED GRANT AND/OR SCHOLARSHIP

Any grant or scholarship such as the W&L Grant, Johnson Scholarship, Pell Grant, VTAG, SEOG, etc., is considered gift aid and does not need to be repaid. There may be specific requirements for renewing the award, and each award may have restrictions or associated benefits. Please see the Applying for Aid in Subsequent Years and Using your Aid/Additional Opportunities sections for more details.

TAXES RELATED TO GRANTS/SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships and grants that exceed qualified tuition, mandatory fees, and course-related expenses such as books and supplies may be considered taxable income. Questions regarding the taxability of your scholarships and grants should be directed to the IRS or to a qualified tax consultant.

FEDERAL AND INSTITUTIONAL WORK-STUDY

Work-Study is a financial aid option offered to many Washington and Lee students as a part of their overall financial aid package. If you have been offered Work-Study and wish to work during the 2023-24 academic year, you will need to accept the Work-Study offer listed on your online Financial Aid Notification. Beginning June 5, students who have accepted the Work-Study offer will be sent an email from Student Employment with additional details and a link to the Work-Study application. Work-Study applicants will have the opportunity to review job descriptions and apply for open positions at that time. The priority deadline for accepting your Work-Study offer is May 30.

Typically, Work-Study awards are $3,000 for the academic year, which usually means a student may work seven to nine hours per week to earn the full award. The Work-Study amount must be earned to be received and is paid directly to the student based on the number of hours worked each pay period. The amount listed is not guaranteed but is the maximum you can earn in the program, and you can earn less. Supervisors understand that education comes first and will work with students to arrange schedules that do not interfere with coursework demands. The hourly rate for a Work-Study student can range from $12.00 to $13.00, based on the complexity of the position.

Students who participate in the Work-Study program can contribute to the university and local community while earning the money they need to help offset some of their everyday expenses. Work-Study isn’t just about funding; it also provides employment experience and is an excellent way to boost your future resume. W&L currently employs over 600 students through the WorkStudy program, offering employment in over 200 positions on and off campus. These positions include athletics, academic and administrative offices, University Store, libraries, and multiple areas off-campus in community-based organizations. Many positions exist that support and enhance a student’s specific educational and career goals.

 If you have additional questions about the W&L Work-Study program, please email Student Employment at studentemployment@wlu.edu.