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Career Work Study Application 2026
READ ALL OF THIS BEFORE BEGINNING:

I have visited the CSS Upward Bound Google Site & Have Read Through "The Career Work Study Info" Materials. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1d7PQRdWREa_KhzV_YCtciYHzRLq1E_wO/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=111956128238933077538&rtpof=true&sd=true


This application is due on or before February 14, 2026. Late applications will NOT be accepted without an additional essay. 

Before committing to the Career Work Study Program, make sure you do not have any schedule conflicts. Extended absences in the summer will not be accommodated for Career Work Study Program.  

You are expected to participate in the 5 week Career Work Study Program relating to your intended college major, and attend all morning classes and/or meetings during the summer program.  Each participant must earn a C or better in all summer program classes/project.  

*Summer 2026 Work-Study Dates*
 
Monday, June 15 - Thursday, June 18
Monday, June 22 - Friday, June 26
Monday June 29 - Thursday, July 2
Tuesday, July 7 - Friday, July 10
Monday, July 13 - Thursday, July 16

Email *
First and Last Name *
Cell Phone Number *
Home Address *
Who is your advisor? *
High School *
Have you successfully attended and completed a prior UB/UBMS summer program? *
Do you have at least a 3.0 GPA during the 2025-2026 academic year (Semester 1) or a Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (all years), without F’s or an incomplete on your 2025-2026 Semester 1 report card?

***If you received less than a 2.5 GPA on your 2025-2026 semester one report card, and do not have a cumulative GPA of at least a 3.0, you are not eligible for the Career Work Study Program.***
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***If you do have a 3.0 GPA, please respond "NA"

If you do not have a 3.0 GPA, but do have at least a 2.5 GPA, or received an F for a class on your Semester 1 report card, please write and attach a letter of appeal responding to the following prompts, explaining why you should still be considered for Career Work Study:

What circumstances/life situations affected your studies (e.g. family or life hardships, health, disability, etc.)?

How did this impact your academic performance (studying, going to class, test-taking, time management, hours spent on school work, etc.)?

What changes will you make this upcoming quarter and how will these changes impact your academic performance?

What grades do you think you need in your courses to get into good academic standing?

What resources might help?

Why should you still be considered for Career Work Study?
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Have you already taken, or are you registered to take the ACT by January 9, 2026? (You will need to provide your ACT results when available.)
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Please check the following, stating that you WILL attend the following MANDATORY Saturday Session.
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List three college campuses that you’ve visited or researched that offer majors you're considering.      *
Your top 3 potential career choices in order of preference:
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Do you have your own transportation from St. Scholastica to and from your potential work study? *
Please write one paragraph expressing your interest in and commitment to your top career choice. This information will be passed along to prospective site supervisors to convince them to host you.  *

***This section is only required to fill out if your application is submitted after February 14, 2026:


Sometimes, life gives us opportunities to learn and grow, even when we make mistakes. Missing the original deadline for your work-study application was a setback, but being given a second chance is a powerful moment to reflect and act.

In 300-500 words, write an essay that answers the following questions:

Reflection: What led to the delay in submitting your application, and how do you feel about it now?
Growth: What have you learned about responsibility, time management, and personal accountability through this experience?
Commitment: If selected for the work-study opportunity, how will you ensure you meet expectations and deadlines moving forward?
Do you understand and agree to the following conduct terms:  

All schedule changes need to be pre-approved by Career Work Study Coordinator. The following will result in a $20 per day stipend deduction: 
Missing any scheduled Career Work Study time or meetings. Missing class. 

The following will all result in a $10 per day stipend deduction:
Late or incomplete work. Late to Career Work Study meetings, site or leaving early. Inappropriate workplace or meeting behavior. Failure to maintain professional hygiene. Failure to provide a daily journal entry, self-evaluations, and/or time logs completed in the binder by check out time the last day of each program week. Lack of satisfactory participation or a poor Site Supervisor evaluation.Termination by Site Supervisor. Falsification of documents. Misconduct during the Summer Program. 

All UB/UBMS Program rules, regulations and policies, which were signed on the 2025-2026 Student Agreement, will continue to be enforced throughout Career Work Study and the Summer Program. An Intern may lose their stipend and be expelled from Career Work Study if the Intern does not abide by the zero-tolerance rules stated on the Student Agreement.
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I agree and understand that Serenity Mahoney (Denfeld & Wrenshall Advisor) is also the Career Work Study Coordinator for all UB & UBMS schools. I should first check the website for information, but if I am lost I should contact her at smahoney1@css.edu or text her at 218-269-1937.
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Student Signature - Type First and Last Name
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Parent Signature - Type First and Last Name
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A copy of your responses will be emailed to the address you provided.
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