Maximum Weekly Hours for Student Employees
Student work hours will be determined by conversations between the student and supervisor. Normally, work hours can be arranged around student class schedules.
| Student Type | While Classes are in Session | Breaks: Winter, Spring, & Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Time Undergraduate Student (12+ credits) | avg 20 hours per week | 40 hours per week |
| Part-Time Undergraduate Student (6-11 credits) | avg 15 hours per week or 69 hours per month | 40 hours per week |
| Full-Time Graduate Student (10+ credits) | avg 20 hours per week | 40 hours per week |
| Part-Time Graduate Student (5-9 credits) | avg 15 hours per week or 69 hours per month | 40 hours per week |
*Note: International student employees can never exceed 20 hours per week during the quarter while classes are in session; there are very severe penalties for students and employers who exceed their limits. Non-international students can average their hours over the month.
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