Work Scholars at a Glance

• Must have a completed 2026-2027 FAFSA on file by the end of the application period.
• Are an Idaho resident.
• Are seeking a 2- or 4-year degree.
• Have a cumulative LC State GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Registered full-time student at LC State.
  • If selected, must enroll in 12 or more credits with LC State each semester.
• Have completed 26 credits.
  • If offered a spot in LC Work Scholars, students must surpass the 26 credit minimum prior to the semester starting in Works Scholars program.
• Demonstrate financial need:
  • full - or- partial Pell Grant eligible.
  • A Student Aid Index (SAI) that is 1.5 x Pell Eligible SAI or less. For questions regarding SAI or FAFSA, please contact Financial Aid.
• Post-baccalaureate students are not eligible for the program.
• Students who are concurrently enrolled or on an approved Consortium Agreement are not eligible.
• Students who are dual-enrolled in high school are not eligible. They will be eligible to apply to the program after successfully completing one full-time semester after high school graduation.
• Students who are transferring from another institution must complete a semester at LC State in order to have an LC State GPA. Only LC State GPA's are considered for eligibility.

Check the LC Works Scholars Eligibility Policy to view or download all eligibility requirements.

*In situations where eligibility is unclear, eligibility may be reviewed by the LC Work Scholars Eligibility Committee.

**Eligibility for LC Work Scholars may be subject to review if student receives resources in excess of $3750 per semester ($7500 per year) from scholarships, grants (other than Pell), outside agencies, etc.

• Receive a Full-Tuition scholarship each semester.
• Receive a paid bi-weekly stipend.
• Gain on-the-job career and professional experience while networking with employers.
• Participate in Professional Development Trainings and Workshops.
• Geared to help students earn their Career Readiness micro-crediential.

• Students interview with the LC Works Scholars Panel to become a LC Work Scholar.
• Students then interview with worksites in their career field.
• Selected students work on- or off-campus during the academic year.
• Students work the equivalent of 10 hours/week during the academic year*
  • Worksites may hire their students for up to an additional 8 hours each week during the academic year (students are compensated by the worksite directly for these additional hours - minimum wage laws apply.
  • Worksites are encouraged to hire their LC Work Scholar during summer and winter breaks.
• Program openings vary semester to semester.
• Students may apply for internship to receive credit for work.
• 2 hours of volunteer service and 2 professional Development trainings are required of all LC Work Scholars each semester.

*If students have additional degree requirements during the semester, such as a nursing preceptorship or student-teaching, then they will be eligible for an adjustment of program requirements during that semester. This is determined on a case-by-case basis each semester. In order to be considered for program requirement adjustments, the student will have to submit official documentation stating the specifics of the additional degree requirement.

• Students will submit an application and resume via the job posting on Handshake during spring and fall application periods.
• Eligible students interview with the LC Work Scholars Committee.
• Students apply for positions based on major and career interest.
• Students review openings for a list of current worksites for potential interviews.
• Worksite supervisors conduct interviews and make final hiring decisions.

• If you don't meet eligibility requirements or have missed the application deadline, but are looking for more resources, check out our Work-Study programs to learn more about ways to earn financial support while gaining meaningful work experience on campus.

• Be punctual and arrive on time for work as scheduled and required.
• Give advance notice of absences.

• Manage time well and provide timely completion of job assignments.
• Support workplace policies and procedures including dress and safety requirements.
• Ensure proper care of college equipment, facilities, materials, and work environment.

• Demonstrate willingness to work, support, and collaborate with supervisors and co-workers while promoting a positive atmosphere in the workplace for all.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship of your work and the work of others in the department.

• Consistently complete job assignments without need for constant supervision.
• Be a self-starter with the ability to adjust and adapt to change as needed.

• Exhibit professional conduct in the workplace and interact respectfully with all, including supervisors, co-workers, and those being served.
• Respectfully handle conflict and be open to differing points of view.

• Enhance effectiveness of co-workers and the department in sharing knowledge.
• Demonstrate interest in acquiring new skills.

• Meeting Expectations: the degree to which the student fulfills the basic job requirements.
• Exceptional Performance: the maximum degree in which the student takes advantage and participates in additional developmental aspects of the job (such as professional development).