Tuition Remission - Employee Benefits at the University of Miami

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Continue Your Education While Working at the University of Miami

Are you looking to complete your bachelor’s degree or gain some new skills to enhance your career? University of Miami and UHealth faculty, staff, and eligible dependents can receive Tuition Remission for many programs offered by the Division of Continuing and International Education. Whether you've contemplated exploring a program for yourself or for a family member, this is a great opportunity to put your UM Total Rewards benefits to good use!

Frequently asked questions about Tuition Remission

Who is eligible for tuition remission? Full-time faculty and staff members, part-time faculty and staff members who meet eligibility requirements, retired faculty and staff members who meet eligibility requirements, dependent children and/or spouses of eligible employees

When am I eligible? University employees are eligible for the tuition benefit the first semester following their first 90 days of employment. Dependent eligibility is based on the length of time the employee has worked at the University, and there may be additional requirements and limitations.

How do I apply? Employees and their dependents must meet the University admissions requirements and be accepted into individual programs. Learn how you can get started today at miami.edu/tuitionremission.

Which programs are covered? With the exception of UOnline, the Division of Continuing and International Education offers many programs that are covered under the benefit, including the pre-college credit options with the Summer Scholars Program. Other offerings, such as the non-credit professional certificate programs and select intensive language programs, offer a 20 percent waiver.

More information on these TR-eligible programs:

Bachelor of General Studies - The Bachelor of General Studies degree is an undergraduate degree created for “new traditional” students who may be juggling work, family and school. With flexible options, you can create your own schedule during the day, evenings, or on weekends and choose an area of concentration that meets your personal and professional goals.

Pre-College at the University of Miami - This unique program allows current high school sophomores and juniors to earn college credit, explore their academic passions and experience what it's like to be a college student on the University of Miami’s Coral Gables campus.

Professional Certificate Programs - Taught by UM instructors, our certificate programs help working professionals at all stages of their careers build critical new skills without leaving the workforce. Choose from human resource management, organizational leadership or medical billing to trending areas like artificial intelligence and machine learning or data analytics and cybersecurity.

Intensive Language Programs - Choose from a full-time academic preparation with our Intensive English Program or create your own custom language program to meet your professional needs. We offer graduate programs in Legal English or English for Business Studies, as well as a Medical Spanish program for healthcare workers to develop the skills they need to work more effectively with Spanish-speaking patients.


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DCIE Benefits for UM Employees

Eligible after only 90 days of employment

One-on-one interaction with Enrollment Advisors during the application process

Undergrad completion and professional certificates are available

Flexible program options: in-person, virtual, weekend, evening, or weekday classes

Learn while working at the University of Miami

Pursue a passion or develop a new skill

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