Figuring out how to pay for college can get pretty stressful.
But are they right for you?
Heres how to find out.
Students walk away from Plant Hall at the University of Tampa in Tampa, Fla. Tina Russell/ The Penny Hoarder
What Are On-Campus Jobs?
There are a variety of on-campus jobs, which can include work-study jobs.
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These jobs are usually involve civic education or work related to your major.
She was paid $10 per hour and worked about eight hours a week.
She put this money straight toward her school costs.
The only downside was I didnt get paid as much as my off-campus job.
On top of that, hourly on-campus jobs have lower wages than off-campus ones.
In most cases, on-campus jobs do not pay as well as off-campus jobs, said Levy.
On-campus jobs pay at least the federal minimum wage, sometimes slightly more.
Andsome on-campus jobs dont even offer raises.
With the more experience you have with an off-campus job, the more money you might get.
Limited Options
According to theU.S.
Just because a work-study shows up on your financial aid package doesnt mean that youre automatically granted it.
When a student works on campus, there are only so many job opportunities.
The different types of jobs are limited, as are the openings within those job types, said Levy.
Staying on campus could lead to better relationships with professors and staff due to frequent interaction.
It depends on you and your financial and academic needs and goals choose wisely!
Your Turn: Have you participated in a work-study program?
What did you think about it?
She always preferred off-campus jobs.
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