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Learn More About Education Assistance Programs for Employees

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Eligible full-time faculty and staff are encouraged to apply for education assistance through the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) and Staff Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Program (STRAP). These programs are designed to support your professional development and help you achieve your educational goals by providing tuition and mandatory fee waivers or reimbursements.

Participating in TAP and STRAP not only enhances your skills and knowledge but also demonstrates the Institute's commitment to your growth and success. By investing in your education, you contribute to the overall excellence and innovation within our community.

The application period for the fall semester is June 15 – July 15. 

The Administrative Services Center has compiled comprehensive resources to guide you through the application and approval process. We invite you to join an upcoming information session to learn more about how to apply for TAP or STRAP and how to approve applications as a manager.

Click the links below to register for an upcoming session. Additional information on this employee benefit can be found here.

Education Assistance Info Session: Applying for TAP and STRAP

Tuesday, May 20, 2 – 3 p.m. (Register Here )

Thursday, May 22, 10 – 11 a.m.  (Register Here)

Education Assistance: Approving TAP and STRAP (managers and supervisors)

Tuesday, June 3, 10 – 11 a.m. (Register Here)

Thursday, June 5, 2 – 3 p.m. (Register Here)

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Apply for Education Assistance Now Through April 15

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Eligible Georgia Tech employees can apply for summer semester tuition assistance now through April 15.

Full-time faculty and staff have the following options:

Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) provides a tuition waiver to full-time, benefits-eligible employees who have worked for at least six months within the University of System of Georgia.

Staff Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Program (STRAP) provides partial tuition reimbursement at any accredited private institution. Employees are eligible for STRAP if they have worked for at least 12 months at Georgia Tech.

Time worked in a temporary position does not count toward the eligibility requirement for either assistance program.

Application Process

Apply for school through the admissions office of the institution you plan to attend during their designated application dates.

Open a TAP or STRAP application via the Administrative Services portal.

List the courses you plan to take. If you are not sure, put your best guess (you can reach out via your application request to change it later)

Submit your application. It will automatically route for approval.

Please ensure your application is submitted and approved by April 15, at 5 p.m. Applications received after this date cannot be honored. A new application must be completed for each semester by the deadline. If the deadline falls on a holiday or weekend, the business day prior applies.

Resources

The Administrative Services Center has compiled comprehensive resources to guide you through the application and approval process. Click the links below for more information.

Education Assistance Application Toolkit

Applying Session Recording

Education Assistance Flyer

TAP Policy

STRAP Policy

Questions? Contact the Administrative Services Center for assistance.

Call 404.385.1111

Email support@asc.gatech.edu

Submit a general HR request

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Eligible Georgia Tech employees can apply for tuition assistance now through April 15.

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Eligible Georgia Tech employees can apply for summer semester tuition assistance now through April 15.

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Learn More About Education Assistance Programs for Employees

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The application period for the summer semester is March 15 – April 15. 

The Administrative Services Center (ASC) has compiled comprehensive resources to guide you through the application and approval process. We invite you to join an upcoming information session to learn more about how to apply for TAP or STRAP or how to approve applications as a manager.

Click the links below to register for an upcoming session. Additional information on this employee benefit can be found here.

Education Assistance Info Session: Applying for TAP and STRAP

Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2 – 3 p.m. (Register Here)

Thursday, Feb. 20, 10 – 11 a.m.  (Register Here)

Education Assistance: Approving TAP and STRAP (managers and supervisors)

Tuesday, March 4, 10 – 11 a.m. (Register Here)

Thursday, March 6, 2 – 3 p.m. (Register Here)

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Join the Administrative Services Center for educational assistance information sessions this fall.

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Thu, 01/23/2025 - 12:00

agauker6@gatech.edu

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Alicia Gauker
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Employees Encouraged to Participate in Educational Assistance Programs

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Georgia Tech offers educational assistance programs to its eligible faculty and staff. These programs provide a tuition and mandatory fee waiver or reimbursement to full-time employees and research-titled faculty.

Beginning Oct. 15, eligible employees will follow a more streamlined process for submitting and tracking their applications in the Administrative Services portal.

“Of the many benefits offered to Georgia Tech employees, the educational assistance programs really provide a direct investment in our employees’ future,” said Gail Imoukhuede, director of Benefits and Retirement in Georgia Tech Human Resources. “On average, we receive more than 1,000 applications throughout the year and are excited to implement a new digitized system that will improve the submission and approval process from start to end.”

There are two educational assistance programs available to Georgia Tech employees — each with specific criteria.

The Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) is offered by the University System of Georgia (USG) Board of Regents and provides a tuition waiver to full-time, benefits-eligible employees, both faculty and staff, who have worked for at least six months within the USG.

Time worked in a temporary position does not count toward the six-month eligibility requirement.
Eligible employees may seek approval to enroll in up to nine academic semester hours for each of the three designated semester periods: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
Employees must apply by the TAP/STRAP application deadline to receive the waiver of tuition and mandatory fees.

The Staff Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Program (STRAP) is offered by Georgia Tech and provides partial tuition reimbursement for full-time staff (exempt and non-exempt) who have worked for at least 12 months with Georgia Tech.

Time worked in a temporary position does not count toward the 12-month eligibility requirement.
Eligible employees may seek approval to enroll in up to six academic semester hours for each of the three designated semester periods: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
Employees must apply by the TAP/STRAP application deadline to be reimbursed for tuition.
Programs of study must be applicable to a career field at Georgia Tech.

Click here for more information, including deadlines, ineligible programs of study, and frequently asked questions.

TAP and STRAP Application Procedures

Apply for enrollment through the admissions office at the institution you plan to attend during their designated application dates.
Complete the applicable TAP or STRAP application; applications this upcoming semester will be digitized and available on Oct. 15 in your Administrative Services portal. Applications will not be accepted prior to Oct. 15.
List the courses you plan to take, and if you are not sure, put your best guess (you can reach out via your application request to change it later).

Note: Once you submit your application it will automatically route to your manager(s) for approval(s)

Please ensure your application is submitted and approved by 5 p.m. on Nov. 15. Applications received after this date cannot be honored. A new application must be completed for each semester by the deadline.

Special Note about TAP Registration Dates

As a TAP participant, it is important that employees only register for classes during the TAP employee registration dates for the institution you are attending. These dates change each semester and will differ depending on the USG institution you are attending. If you register prior to the employee registration period, you risk your classes being dropped, and your TAP waiver will be removed.

Additional information can also be found in the TAP Policy and STRAP Policy

Need Help?

Before Oct. 15: Contact via eduassist@gatech.edu.

Beginning Oct. 15: Contact the Administrative Services Center for assistance

Phone: 404.385.1111
Request Help: Submit a general HR request

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These programs provide a tuition and mandatory fee waiver or reimbursement to full-time employees and research-titled faculty.

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Thu, 10/05/2023 - 12:00

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Before Oct. 15: Contact via eduassist@gatech.edu.

Beginning Oct. 15: Contact the Administrative Services Center for assistance

Phone: 404.385.1111
Request Help: Submit a general HR request

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