Information for students

Who is eligible?

Acceptance to the program is based primarily on financial need. Students may apply if they are registered full time in a degree program, are in satisfactory academic standing and demonstrate financial need. In order to be considered for Work Study, students must have applied for and be receiving the maximum government aid for which they are eligible.

Special, Visiting, Qualifying, Non-thesis extension (less than 12 credits), Continuing Education, Diploma and Certificate students are not eligible. Part-time students are not eligible unless the student has a recognized disability.

How does it work?

When accepted to participate in the Work Study program, students are able to apply for Work Study jobs which are listed on the job postings page. Students apply directly to employers for the jobs and get paid by employers for their work. The employers who participate in the Work Study program receive wage subsidies from the following funds managed by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office:

• University Budget
• McGill Alumni Association (Alma Mater Fund)
• Ministère de l’Éducation
• Arts Undergraduate Society
• Science Undergraduate Society

For all questions regarding the Work Study Program, please contact us.