Benefits - Dependent Tuition Benefits

Benefits

Dependent Tuition Benefits

Program

SU offers three dependent tuition options leading to the first bachelor’s degree for the eligible dependents of eligible employees. Consult the Dependent Tuition Benefits policy on the Syracuse University Policies web site for complete policy provisions. Eligible dependents are eligible for only one option at a time.

Dependent Tuition
- SU Tuition - full tuition for matriculated undergraduate study at SU or University College.
- Utica College-
  - For dependents of Syracuse University employees who are enrolled full-time at Utica College as of the spring 2009 semester, the current tuition benefit will continue in accordance with the eligibility and other requirements detailed in the "Education Benefits, Dependent Tuition" policy.
  - The SU dependent tuition program will not be an option for dependents of Syracuse University employees who wish to enroll in Utica College for the first time after spring semester 2009. However, dependents may apply for tuition assistance through the Tuition Exchange program, of which Utica College is a member.
Tuition Exchange – for study at member schools of Tuition Exchange, Inc. Admission and tuition are not guaranteed. Tuition Exchange scholarships are awarded by the member institutions according to their own criteria, and the value and duration of each award may be restricted. Students denied a Tuition Exchange scholarship may be eligible for a Cash Grant award.
Cash Grant – Up to $2,500 per year toward tuition charges (up to $1,250 per semester, paid directly to the institution) for matriculated full-time students.

Eligibility

Consult the Dependent Tuition Benefits policy on the Syracuse University Policies web site for information on employee and dependent eligibility.

First Application

All eligible applicants for tuition benefits must complete a Dependent Tuition Benefit Application for each eligible dependent and submit it to the Office of Human Resources for verification of eligibility. Note deadlines for first application, below:

Dependent Tuition for SU or University College – Dependent Tuition Benefit Application should be submitted by the eligible employee no later than November 15 for early decision applicants and December 1 for regular admission applicants. Mail it separately to the Office of Human Resources; do not submit it to the Admissions Office. The Office of Human Resources is responsible for activating tuition benefits. Tuition will be credited to the student's account after the student is officially enrolled in a degree program (matriculated) and the dependent tuition application has been approved.
Applicants for Dependent Tuition Benefits are also required to apply for a New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) award each year the benefits are being used. Consult the Financial Aid website for more information on TAP.
Tuition Exchange – Dependent Tuition Benefit Application and certification form and the Tuition Exchange Request form should be submitted as soon as possible in the fall of the student's senior year in high school, but no later than November 15. In most cases, this is before submitting admissions applications to participating Tuition Exchange schools.
Cash Grant – Application form should be submitted after the student has been officially accepted for admission, but no later than May 1 for a fall semester grant. If applying for a cash grant to attend an accredited college or university located in a country other than the United States, contact Human Resources by December 1 to discuss any additional requirements.

Renewal Applications

The same forms are used for renewals as for new applications. Eligible employees are responsible for submitting renewal applications by the deadlines noted below and on the forms.

Helpful Links

Questions? Contact the HR Service Center at 443-4042 or email hrservic@syr.edu.