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In a Federal Work-Study job, how much do you earn at least?

At least the current federal minimum wage.

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  1. Nothing, it is unpaid training
  2. A flat $5 an hour
  3. At least the current federal minimum wage ✔

Why: Federal Work-Study gives part-time jobs to students with financial need so they can earn money for school costs. The pay is at least the federal minimum wage, and may be more depending on the work.

Huh, didn't know that: The program encourages community service work and jobs related to your course of study.

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Answer: At least the current federal minimum wage. Federal Work-Study gives part-time jobs to students with financial need so they can earn money for school costs. The pay is at least the federal minimum wage, and may be more depending on the work.

  1. Federal Student Aid: Work-Study Jobs studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/work-study
    You’ll earn at least the current federal minimum wage.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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