Put Your Employer Tuition Benefits to Work at ACHS
Your employer may already offer programs to financially support earning your degree. Learn more about how to find out in four simple steps.
What is employer tuition assistance?
A workplace benefit that helps eligible employees pay for approved education. Some employers pay the school directly. Others reimburse you after you complete your coursework.
ACHS accepts employer-sponsored tuition assistance for all programs.
Four steps to use your benefit
Check availability
Search your benefits portal, handbook, or HR site for "tuition assistance" or "education benefits".
Ask HR
Confirm eligibility, limits, and whether you need approval first. Use the note below.
Get approved
Get any required employer approval before you enroll. ACHS recommends this before beginning your program.
Enroll & get paid
Apply to an eligible ACHS program, then submit your paperwork so your employer pays or reimburses.
Employer Tuition Assistance Can Work With
Other Funding Options
Depending on your employer’s policies and your individual eligibility, it may be combined with other funding sources, such as:
Payment plans
Employer Tuition Assistance
Scholarship Funding
Financial Aid
Military Funding
Federal Student Aid
Eligibility varies. Not sure which options fit? An advisor can walk you through all of your funding options.
Questions to Ask HR
- Is funding available?
- Is approval required before I enroll?
- Are there annual funding limits?
- Do I have to repay anything if I leave?
- Are online programs covered?
COPY THIS NOTE
Subject: Question About Tuition Assistance
Hi [HR contact],
I’m interested in continuing my education. Does our company offer tuition assistance or reimbursement? Could you share the eligibility requirements, approval process, and any conditions I should know about before I enroll?
Thank you,
[Your name]
Employer Tuition Assistance Can Work With
Other Funding Options
Some employers manage tuition assistance through HR. Others use an online platform that simplifies the application and reimbursement process.
These are the education benefit platforms ACHS students have used to fund their education through participating employer tuition assistance programs. Employees of participating companies receive special tuition rates and other discounts.
Tuition.io
Helps employers administer tuition assistance and other education benefits for employees.
Bright Horizons EdAssist Solutions®
Administers education assistance programs for employers across a wide range of industries.
If your employer uses one of these platforms, you’ll typically:
Log in using your employee credentials
Review your available education benefits
Submit any required approval requests before enrolling
Complete your employer’s reimbursement or payment process
Don’t see your employer’s platform? Many employers manage tuition assistance through HR or an internal program. Start with your HR team.
Good to Know:
Conditions may apply
Some employers require a minimum grade or ask you to stay after reimbursement. Ask HR first.
Taxes may apply
Educational assistance can be tax-free up to $5,250 per year (adjusted for inflation starting in 2027). See the IRS guidance and ask a tax advisor.
Timing matters
Get approval before your term starts. Check the academic calendar for start dates.
FAQs
What is employer tuition assistance?
Employer tuition assistance is an employee benefit that helps eligible employees pay for approved educational expenses such as tuition, books, and qualifying continuing education or degree programs.
Is tuition assistance the same as tuition reimbursement?
Not always. Some employers pay educational expenses directly to the institution, while others reimburse employees after they successfully complete eligible coursework. The process depends on the employer’s policy.
Can I pay over time while I wait for reimbursement?
ACHS offers semester and monthly payment installment plans. If your employer reimburses after you finish, a plan can help you spread the cost until you are repaid. See our tuition and funding options or ask an advisor for details.
Does ACHS accept employer tuition assistance?
Yes. Many ACHS students use employer-sponsored education benefits to help fund their education. Our Admissions team can help you understand how employer tuition assistance may apply to eligible ACHS programs.
Can I use employer tuition assistance with financial aid?
Depending on your employer’s policies and your individual eligibility, employer tuition assistance may be combined with other funding sources, including scholarships, payment plans, employer tuition discounts, or federal Title IV financial aid for those who qualify.
Is employer tuition assistance taxable?
Employer-provided educational assistance can be tax-free up to $5,250 per calendar year (adjusted for inflation for tax years after 2026), and amounts above the limit may be taxable. Talk with a tax advisor about your situation.
Ready to use your benefit?
An ACHS Admissions Advisor can help you get started.