Do any of you know about top employers that provide scholarship opportunities for their employees attending college? I'm curious about balancing work and school and heard some companies help financially.
Yes, there are several prominent companies out there that offer scholarship programs or tuition assistance for their employees.
For example, Starbucks has the Starbucks College Achievement Plan that provides 100% tuition coverage for a bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University's online program. It's open to all benefits-eligible US employees.
Similarly, Walmart's Live Better U program covers the costs of earning an associate’s or bachelor’s degree at one of six non-profit universities. The initiative is available to Walmart's U.S.-based full-time, part-time, and salaried employees at both Walmart and Sam's Club stores.
UPS also offers assistance through their Earn and Learn Program. Through this program, employees can earn up to $25,000 toward their education.
Finally, Chick-fil-A offers the Remarkable Futures Scholarship to their team members, which provides a range of scholarship opportunities (varying from $1,000 - $25,000).
Each organization has its own requirements, so I'd recommend checking with the specific company's HR or looking up their policy online to see if you'd be eligible. Balancing work and school can be a tough act, but these programs can certainly provide a big financial relief! Make sure to factor in how the job hours will work with your class schedule, as some jobs might require you to work during times when you have class.
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