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NEA College Benefit Program

Affordable tuition and flexible online programs for NEA members and their families

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Making college possible for NEA members and their families

The NEA College Benefit Program makes college a reality with programs that fit your academic, financial and lifestyle needs.

College tuition discount of up to 40% off makes education advancement easier
Cost-conscious program design includes waived or no application fees and minimal book costs
Flexible learning schedules: 100% online degree and certificate programs with multiple class starts per year cater to your working schedule
Generous transfer credit policies with regionally accredited schools help you complete your degree faster
The Edvance network offers diverse partner schools and a best-fit match system for a personalized education journey
Career-focused, in-demand certificate and degree programs from a network of schools are designed to give you the skills employers value

how it helps

In-demand degree and certificate programs that work for you

Edvance will help you find your best-fit online school that is regionally accredited and transfer-friendly.

Trine University

Trine University (TrineOnline) is a regionally accredited non-profit institution founded in 1884 and based in Angola, Indiana, with additional locations in Arizona, Michigan and Virginia. Some of the degrees available include Accounting, Industrial Engineering Technology, Information Systems, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Psychology, Organizational Leadership.

William Woods University

William Woods University (WWU) is a private, regionally accredited nonprofit institution of higher learning founded in 1870 based in Fulton, Missouri. WWU is committed to a student-centered learning environment. Some of the degrees available include Communication, Education, English, Legal Studies, Cyber Security, Paralegal Studies and Workforce Management.

Southeastern University

Southeastern University (SEU) is a private, regionally accredited nonprofit institution of higher learning founded in 1935. SEU is a Christ-centered institution dedicated to equipping the next generation to go into the world as influential servant leaders in their careers and their communities. Some of the degrees available include Humanitarian Compassion, Global Education, Communication and Mass Media, Nursing and Tourism & Hospitality Management.

Cambridge College at Bay Path University

Cambridge College (CC) is a private, regionally accredited nonprofit institution of higher learning founded in 1971. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, CC is committed to affordable, and accessible degree programs. Some of the degrees available include Master of Education, MBA, Maestría en Administración de Empresas (Spanish MBA), and Doctor of Business Administration in Quality Systems.

Bay Path University

Bay Path University is a regionally accredited institution located in Longmeadow, Massachusetts, founded in 1897. Bay Path University is committed to empowering learners to become leaders in their careers and communities through an innovative approach to learning that prepares students to thrive in a constantly changing world. Some of the degrees available include Interdisciplinary Studies, Healthcare Management, Criminal Justice, Accounting, and Business Administration.

Herzing University

Herzing University is a regionally accredited institution founded in 1965 with 11 campuses located in eight states, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Minnesota, Ohio, Tennessee and Wisconsin, committed to the education, training and advancement of career-focused individuals. Some of the degrees available include Business Management, Accounting, Science in IT, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Computer Networking, Cyber Security and Information Technology.

Central Community College

Central Community College (CCC) is a regionally accredited public institution founded in 1966. Based in Nebraska, this multi-campus community has been offering online education for more than 30 years. As a two-year institution, CCC focuses on career and technical certificates and associate degree programs. Areas of study include Early Childhood Education, Environmental Health and Safety, IT and Systems and Quality Technology.

How It Works

Find your best-fit school and apply today

Make sure you’re signed in to your NEA Member Benefits account.
Click the “Learn More” button above.
On the NEA College Benefit Program page powered by Edvance, fill out the no-cost, 3-step form—it takes as little as 3 minutes. You’ll immediately get matched to your best-fit partner school and program within the Edvance network.
Review your best-fit school match and/or explore the full list of schools in the Edvance network.
Apply to get started and receive specific information about your program, costs and transfer credits.

FAQs

Your questions, answered

Yes, the benefit is open to a member’s spouse or domestic partner, children or dependents, and grandchildren.

Edvance provides a recommended match based on a prospect’s specific program of interest, but you have access to all school/program options.

Cost per credit hour may vary between best-fit schools, and materials fees may be included with some programs.

If you have existing college credits, or work experience that may be eligible for college credits, each school will work with you on a transfer-of-credit evaluation.

Once the school/program of interest is identified, completing the application is the best way to confirm Financial Aid eligibility, transfer credits, course requirements and out-of-pocket cost information.

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Terms & Conditions

Eligible NEA members include active members in good standing and their families. Family includes spouse or domestic partner, children or dependents, and grandchildren.

Edvance has partnered with academic institutions across the United States to provide students regional choice and ability to maximize available federal and state financial aid. Members are encouraged to complete the Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and determine if you qualify for any Federal Pell Grant money that can be applied to pay for college.