Tuition reimbursement for a modern workforce
Scholars Network makes it easy and affordable to launch a tuition reimbursement benefit that upskills your current team and boosts recruitment.
Tuition reimbursement
Scholars Network designs your plan and handles course management, compliance, and payments so your employees can focus on what matters, not logistics.
Employers reimburse employees for approved and completed courses directly to employees' bank accounts.
Scholars Network verifies your plan is compliant with IRS Section 127 and course requests comply with your tuition reimbursement policy.
An upskilling tool supports your current staff in advancing their credentials, certifications, and degrees.
What implementation requires
Your HR team provides
- Eligibility rules, reimbursement amounts, and course criteria.
- An employee roster through CSV upload, file feed, or API connection.
- Plan approval and launch communications for employees.
Scholars Network handles
- Course management
- Payment routing directly to employee bank accounts.
- Ongoing administration, enrollment changes, and employee support.
Up and running in minutes
Design your plan and sync your HRIS
Work with Scholars Network to design a compliant tuition reimbursement plan tailored to your team. Connect your HR system via CSV, file feed, or API.
Employee experience
Enroll, submit course requests, complete courses, and submit grades for reimbursement. Receive payment directly to your bank account.
Scholars Network's advantage
IRS compliance, approvals, and payments are all managed by Scholars Network so your HR team does not carry the burden.
Tax benefits for employer and employees
Tuition reimbursement is one of the most tax-efficient benefits you can offer. Up to $5,250 annually in tuition reimbursement counts as nontaxable income for employees and is tax-deductible for you as the employer.
Nontaxable for employees
Employees receive up to $5,250/year in tuition reimbursement without it counting as taxable income, putting more money in their pockets.
Tax-deductible for employers
Tuition reimbursement payments are fully tax-deductible, making this one of the most cost-effective retention benefits available.
Invest in your people and see results
Increase retention
Employees who see your investment in them are more likely to stay. Tuition reimbursement signals long-term commitment and builds loyalty.
Upskill your team
Support your staff in earning advanced certifications, degrees, and credentials, building a more capable workforce from within.
Boost recruitment
Tuition reimbursement is a top-tier differentiator in competitive hiring markets. Attract candidates who are committed to growing their careers.