The Tuition Reimbursement Program provides financial assistance to help employees advance their knowledge and skills through post-secondary education.
To be eligible for tuition reimbursement, you must:
- Be a full-time employee
- Complete one full year of service by the start of classes
- Receive department manager approval prior to submitting an application to the HR Service Center
- Maintain a performance rating of "2" or above during the program
The program provides reimbursement for educational coursework leading to a two- or four-year degree that upon completion can commonly be utilized at University Hospitals after graduation.
| Employment Status |
Maximum Reimbursement |
| Full-time UH employee |
Up to $3,000/calendar year |
| Geneva Bargaining Unit employees |
Based on standards of your agreement |
| UHMSO and UHMP employees |
Contact your HR Department for information |
Approved courses must be taken for both academic credit and a letter grade and provided by an educational institution, college or university that is accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a complete listing of accredited educational institutions, go to The Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs. For information about higher education institutions in the Cleveland area, visit the Collegiate Affiliations & Discounts page. A letter grade of “C" or better in an undergraduate course, or “B” or better in a graduate course is required to receive reimbursement for the course.
Benefits generally may be applied to:
- Cost of tuition, a one-time registration or admission fee, lab fees and a one-time graduation fee
- Course waiver fees used for testing out of classes
- Tuition and related expenses that you pay with your own personal funds, including student loans.
Review the program’s Information Sheet and Application. Complete the application online, then print it and have your manager sign before submitting it to the HR Service Center. Contact the HR Service Center at 1-877-HR1 PLACE (1-877-471-7522) for eligibility and program details.
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