which financial aid program is needs-based and pays wages up to a certain number of hours?

The financial aid program that is needs-based and pays wages up to a certain number of hours is called the Federal Work-Study program. This program provides part-time jobs for students with demonstrated financial need, allowing them to earn money through work, usually on or near campus, while limiting the number of hours they can work. Students are paid wages for the hours they work, and these wages help cover educational and non-billable expenses. The number of hours is typically restricted (for example, up to 20 hours per week during academic semesters) to ensure students can focus on their studies.