No additional fees Prior to the first day of the summer, fall, and spring semesters, students may select from a number of payment options (refer to the Student Accounts section for details). Registration cannot be processed unless accompanied by appropriate payment or selection of an available payment option.
General Schedule (US civil service pay scale) The general schedule (GS) is the predominant pay scale within the United States civil service. The GS includes the majority of white collar personnel (professional, technical, administrative, and clerical) positions. As of September 2004, 71 percent of federal civilian employees were paid under the GS.
GS Steps. Each of the GS classifications have 10 different steps, each offering a slightly higher salary than the previous step. Generally, federal agencies and departments offer starting salaries at Step One in your grade level, although you can negotiate up the Steps if you feel your past experience warrants the salary level.