Local 888 is proud to bring meaningful benefits to every hard-working member of our union family. One valuable example of this is the new UFCW Local 888 Discount College Benefit.
The UFCW Disocount College Benefit makes it possible for Local 888 members and/or their loved ones to earn a degree online through EBS Union College Benefit and Edvance, networks that partner with different colleges and universities across the United States to bring college education at a discounted rate. This benefit is available exclusively to UFCW members, retired members, and family of members, including children, spouses, grandchildren, domestic partners, and dependents. The UFCW created this benefit because we understand how expensive and stressful it can be to earn a degree. With the UFCW Local 888 Discount College Benefit, members will have the opportunity to earn a college degree with little debt!
HOW IT WORKS:
The UFCW has partnered with EBS Union College Benefit and EDVANCE to facilitate your selection and admissions process. Each partner offers UFCW members and their families exclusive discounted tuition rates ranging from 30% to 50% at participating colleges and prospective students can work directly with school administrators to apply for additional federal financial assistance, which could cover their remaining tuition costs.
Our partners will also help you narrow down what school is the best fit for you, evaluate any existing transcripts to determine if earned credits can be applied to your new degree, and offer other support services as you move forward with your education.Â
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All members need to get started is a high school diploma or GED. Fortunately, there are no entrance exams, like the SAT or ACT to worry about.
For information on deadlines and to sign up visit UFCW Discount College Benefit page.