Tuition Benefits

Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. If you're a full-time faculty or staff member in a benefits-eligible position, you, your dependent children, and your spouse can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

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Tuition Benefits for You

You are eligible for tuition benefits for yourself immediately upon hire. The tuition benefit for faculty and staff covers 100% of the tuition and certain fees for up to two course units per term; it can be used for undergraduate or graduate coursework at Penn.

Tuition Benefits for Your Children

You are eligible for tuition benefits for your family after three years of service. The tuition benefit for dependent children covers 75% of the tuition and technology fees for an undergraduate degree at Penn, or up to 40% of Penn’s tuition for an undergraduate degree at another accredited college or university. This benefit also covers up to 40% of Penn’s undergraduate tuition for enrollment in postsecondary special programs* specifically designed for students with intellectual disabilities.