As an annual reminder, the Staff Educational Assistance Plan reimburses 85% of tuition and mandatory educational fees, up to a maximum of $5,250 per plan year (July 1–June 30). Textbooks and/or mandatory online course materials for online courses are included as covered expenses.

In addition, we are pleased to announce the following enhancements to the Staff Educational Assistance Plan for classes beginning on or after July 1, 2024. 

• Non-credit vocational classes will be eligible under this program.
• Non-credit certification programs will be eligible through a pilot program. Our office is aware that not all departments have the funds to cover these types of certificate programs. In an effort to increase equity, employees in such departments can apply through Staff Ed. Since it is a pilot program, a limited number of classes can be approved based on the order in which applications are received.  
• “English as a Second Language” classes and GED testing will be covered at 100%. 

These bulleted items are taxable by the IRS and therefore, the application and reimbursement processes will be different. If interested in these types of courses, or if you have other questions, contact the Benefits Team at (609) 258-3302 or [email protected] prior to the beginning of your class for more information on how to apply and tax implications. Detailed information for the Staff Educational Assistance Plan can be found on our website.