1. Check if you have an Federal Work Study (FWS) Award. 
    Before receiving any information, a student must accept award. 

• Log on to CUNYfirst
• Select "Student Center"
• Under the section search and select the "Financial Aid" button
• Make sure correct award year is selected at the top of the screen – 2025-2026
• Next click Awards
• Verify if you have a Federal Work Study Award on your list
• You may need to "Accept/Decline Awards" See financial aid
• If you do not have a FWS award proceed to Step 2. 

2. If you do not see a Federal Work Study Award- Visit the financial Aid Office
3. Wait for notifications of available jobs/positions via e-mail
4. Set up Direct deposit to receive paycheck and other financial aid refunds