Tuition Assistance Programs For Employees In Bronx

Q: What is the employee assistance program for tuition?

An EAP sometimes called a tuition reimbursement program enables employers to fund their employees&#039; higher education courses. For example, you might choose to fully or partially fund your employees&#039; undergraduate or graduate degrees, professional development or skills-building courses, or vocational certifications.

Category:

Employment - Educational Assistance

State:

Multi-State

County:

Bronx

Control #:

US-00451BG

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Instant download

Description

The Educational Assistance Program for Employees outlines a tuition assistance initiative aimed at eligible employees in the Bronx. This program supports employees looking to enhance their skills through courses from accredited institutions. Key features include eligibility criteria, reimbursement rates based on grades received, and the requirement for prior approval from supervisors and HR. Employees must have completed one year of service to qualify, and reimbursement is limited to tuition and registration fees. To utilize this program, employees must submit a reimbursement form before courses begin, maintain job responsibilities, and provide evidence of course completion. This form is particularly beneficial for legal professionals, including attorneys, partners, and paralegals, who may seek further education to meet the evolving demands of their roles. It helps ensure that legal staff can pursue relevant classes without financial burden, making it a valuable resource for personal and professional growth in the legal field.

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Tuition reimbursement is available to M/C employees for educational course work that is categorized as either job-related or career-related and offered by approved schools or organizations.

Tuition reimbursement amount is now $5,000 for employees in certain bargaining units.

Tuition reimbursement (also known as tuition assistance) is an employee benefit through which an employer pays for a predetermined amount of continuing education credits or college coursework to be applied toward a degree.

An EAP— sometimes called a tuition reimbursement program—enables employers to fund their employees' higher education courses. For example, you might choose to fully or partially fund your employees' undergraduate or graduate degrees, professional development or skills-building courses, or vocational certifications.

Who is eligible for tuition assistance? All four service branches and the U.S. Coast Guard offer financial assistance for voluntary, off-duty education programs in support of service members' personal and professional goals. The program is open to officers, warrant officers and enlisted active-duty service personnel.

Standard Benefits: Eligible CSEA NYS employees can receive up to $5,000 in tuition benefits, applicable at any approved provider or accredited institution until the balance is used.

Must be a legal NYS resident for 12 continuous months prior to enrolling or qualified under NYS DREAM Act. NYS net taxable income cannot exceed $125,000 for dependent students; $60,000 for married students with no dependents; $30,000 for independent single students with no dependents.