State employees now eligible for discounted tuition rates

Regents new policy cuts online tuition rates in half for eligible employees

Roughly 12,000 state employees are now eligible for discounted tuition rates at the state’s public universities. 

The Board of Regents voted Thursday to adopt the measure, touting it as another way to better recruit and retain state employees. 

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Previously, state employees were only eligible for tuition discounts when attending courses on campus.

"This initiative shows our commitment to supporting the education and growth of public servants who contribute significantly to the success of our state," said BOR Executive Director Nathan Lukkes. "By offering a tuition reduction, we aim to empower state employees to acquire new skills, enhance their career prospects, and improve their professional responsibilities."

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