Tuition Benefits

Howard University offers tuition assistance programs to support the educational goals of employees, retirees, and their eligible dependents through the Tuition Remission and the Graduate Education Assistance Program (GEAP). These programs provide access to Howard University courses with tuition covered, subject to program guidelines. Please note that these programs cover tuition only and do not include fees, books, or other expenses.

Eligibility and Participation

Employees (Undergraduate Tuition Remission)

Regular, full-time faculty and staff who have completed at least one (1) year of continuous service at Howard University are eligible to take undergraduate courses. Participation is limited to no more than two (2) courses per semester.

Dependent Children

Dependent children of eligible employees may also receive tuition remission for undergraduate degree programs. The employee must have completed at least two (2) consecutive years of service with the University. Tuition remission for dependents is limited to 12 semesters.

Retirees 

Eligible retirees may receive tuition remission for up to 22 undergraduate credit hours per academic year. Retirees may also be eligible for graduate tuition assistance under GEAP. Retiree applications can be submitted via email to benefits@howard.edu.

Graduate Education Assistance Program (GEAP) 

GEAP provides graduate-level tuition assistance for benefit-eligible full-time and half-time employees, as well as eligible retirees. The program covers up to 8 credit hours per semester. The first $5,250 of graduate tuition assistance per year is tax-free. Amounts exceeding this threshold are subject to taxation under IRS rules.

How to Apply Each Semester

1. Confirm that you or your dependent meet the eligibility requirements.

2. Complete the appropriate application:

· Graduate Education Assistance Application (for employees/retirees)

· Tuition Remission Application (for undergraduate studies employees/retirees/dependent children)

· Completed Retiree applications and supporting documentation should be submitted by email to benefits@howard.edu

3. Submit your application through Workday (or via email for retirees) before the semester's add/drop deadline. Refer to the academic calendar for key dates.

4. You will receive a confirmation once your application has been reviewed and processed.

Howard University Educational Assistance Plan Application Form 

Howard University Tuition Remission Application