Employers across a variety of fields have found tuition reimbursement is an enticing benefit to employees and for student workers. Not only does it help to improve their workforce, but it also works to retain employees until they've completed their higher education.
The well-known Seattle-based coffee and restaurant chain offers employees an automatic, up-front 42% CAP Scholarship applied toward the cost of their tuition. The Starbucks Tuition Benefit will be used to cover any remaining tuition costs from Arizona State University’s (ASU) online program. The program allows Starbucks’ hourly employees to earn an undergraduate degree, with Starbucks covering the tuition costs and the enrollment fee.
Starbucks developed a partnership with ASU, which reimburses its employees' tuition costs at the end of each semester. The program’s tuition assistance is valued at over $47,000, which is the estimated cost of attending ASU’s online program for four years as a full-time student.
To be eligible, Starbucks employees must be working on their first bachelor's degree and complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
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Learn more about each company's tuition assistance benefits below:Starbucks College Achievement Plan
Chipotle Tuition Assistance Program
Chipotle’s Debt-Free Degree program covers all tuition costs, upfront, to more than 20 schools and colleges. Chipotle employees could earn a college degree for free. Eligible studies include Business, technology, culinary arts, hospitality, and agriculture. The Chipotle Tuition Assistance Plan provides employees up to $5,250 annually for their education goals. Additionally, Chipotle offers Student Loan Matching, which includes matching eligible student loan payments by providing matching contributions into a 401(k).McDonald's Tuition Assistance Program
The McDonald’s Archway to Opportunities Scholarship program can be used for both on-campus and online degree programs that the U.S. Department of Education accredits. Hourly paid restaurant workers can receive up to $2,500 yearly in tuition assistance. Additionally, restaurant managers can receive $5,250. McDonald's has partnered with Colorado Tech University to offer 100% tuition assistance including eBooks, a complimentary laptop, and student fees through the CTU Commitment Grant. Additionally, WGU has partnered with McDonald’s to offer students a WGU college degree with little to no out-of-pocket costs.Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and KFC Tuition Assistance Programs
Yum! Brands, which owns Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and KFC, offers employees up to $5,350 of tuition reimbursement. Employees and their children can also earn a $2,500 scholarship. Tuition reimbursement benefits are offered to all Yum! employees and their immediate family members after being employed at the company for at least 60 days. Employees also have access to the Yum! Brands Financial Wellbeing Program provides student loan support and advising services.Chick-fil-A Tuition Assistance Program
Chick-fil-A offers Team Members employed by franchised Operators Chick-fil-A, Inc. and Dwarf House Group, LLC., access to tuition discounts through Scholarship America's Tuition Reduction Network powered by AllCampus Network. The network includes thousands of discounted programs from colleges and universities across the United States. Tuition discounts and grants from Chick-fil-A can be applied to more than 100 colleges and universities around the U.S., like Boston University, Purdue University, and Oglethorpe University. If a Team Member finds that the school they would like to attend is not a part of the program, they can submit a request to have the institution formally added. To qualify for tuition assistance at Chick-fil-A, Team Members must be employed by a Chick-fil-A Franchisee, a Chick-fil-A, Inc.-operated restaurant, or an STC brand restaurant. To apply, Team Members should contact their local Operator, Interim Manager, or Executive General Manager. Check out Chick-fil-A job listings on Monster.Other Jobs That Offer Tuition Assistance Benefits
Fast food companies aren’t the only ones hoping to provide life-changing benefits to their employees. 48% of U.S. employers offer some sort of tuition assistance, according to CNBC.com. Now, you can branch out from fast food opportunities and work for one of the following:Amazon Tuition Assistance Program
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Amazon offers employers up to 95% of tuition and fees, although options extend only to certificates and associate degrees in high-demand fields. Amazon states that qualifying fields are AI, mechanics, information technology, healthcare, and transportation. Textbook reimbursement is also offered to Amazon employees. Amazon tuition reimbursement is available to both full- and part-time employees. Check out Amazon jobs on Monster.Boeing Tuition Assistance Program
Boeing will pay 100% of tuition for employees enrolled in STEM programs for associate’s, bachelor’s, master's, and even doctoral degrees. Eligible employees can receive tuition assistance at over 300 colleges and universities, including the University of Washington and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Full- and part-time Boeing employees can use the Learning Together Program on their hire date.BP Tuition Assistance Program
BP will cover 90% of eligible education expenses for its employees pursuing certificates or degrees. This benefit extends to books and other required materials and can be used at any accredited institution, in-person or online. Full-time employees can access this benefit immediately after they are hired. However, to receive the reimbursement, they must obtain permission to begin the course or degree and complete their higher education experience with a passing grade.Discover Tuition Assistance Program
Discover will pay full tuition fees and books in designated fields. This includes Bachelor’s degree programs in computer science, business management, business administration, and computer and network security. It also applies to select online business and technology degrees. Those employees who do not attend a partner institution can still receive financial assistance that ranges from $2,500 to $10,000. Both full- and part-time employees can take advantage of tuition reimbursement as soon as they are hired.T-Mobile Tuition Assistance Program
T-Mobile will pay 100% of tuition at five online universities for full-time employees pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees. For those employees who wish to attend another institution, T-Mobile will pay up to $2,500 per year for part-time employees and $5,250 per year for full-time employees. This benefit covers tuition, books, and academic fees. Employees who are in good standing are eligible for tuition assistance after 90 days of employment.You Might Also Like
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