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How to Get Tuition Reimbursement by Being a Target Team Member
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Cece Gilmore
Cece Gilmore is a Content Writer at Scholarships360. Cece earned her undergraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communications from Arizona State University. While at ASU, she was the education editor as well as a published staff reporter at Downtown Devil. Cece was also the co-host of her own radio show on Blaze Radio ASU.
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Maria Geiger is Director of Content at Scholarships360. She is a former online educational technology instructor and adjunct writing instructor. In addition to education reform, Maria’s interests include viewpoint diversity, blended/flipped learning, digital communication, and integrating media/web tools into the curriculum to better facilitate student engagement. Maria earned both a B.A. and an M.A. in English Literature from Monmouth University, an M. Ed. in Education from Monmouth University, and a Virtual Online Teaching Certificate (VOLT) from the University of Pennsylvania.
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All part-time and full-time Target employees are eligible for company-paid tuition for hundreds of undergraduate degree programs. All positions at the chain are eligible for Target tuition reimbursement. So let’s find out through this guide how we can make you eligible!
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Step-by-step guide to get tuition reimbursement at Target
1. Find a job at a nearby Target (All positions are eligible)
Visit Target’s career website in order to view open positions. If you input a location it will provide you with open positions near that area. Target has over 1,950 locations in the United States! So, chances are there is a Target within a commutable drive from you!
Positions open at Target can vary from specialty sales, service and engagement, general merchandise and food sales and support roles. All of these positions whether part-time or full-time are eligible for tuition reimbursement.
Even if there are no positions open in your location range, there is no need to worry! You can sign up for job alerts for the specific position and location that interests you. You can also go in person to the location to speak with a manager regarding your interest. Doing both will keep you ahead of the competition!
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2. Create a Guild Education account
Target has partnered with Guild Education to be able to provide its team members with tuition assistance and reimbursement.
In order to begin your education, you will need to access this Guild Education page specifically for Target employees. All you have to do is create an account to gain access to Target’s academic programs.
Once you are logged in and gain access to Target’s Guild Education page, you will now have access to 250+ programs from 40+ schools, colleges & universities available in your first year.
3. Choose your program of study
Target’s Guild Education partnership offers Target team members access to 250+ programs from 40+ schools, colleges, and universities. Some of these universities include the University of Arizona, Oregon State University, online colleges like eCornell, and historically Black colleges and universities, such as Morehouse College and Paul Quinn College.
There are courses offered for high school completion, college prep and English language learning as well as select certificates, certifications, bootcamps, associate and undergraduate degrees.
There is 100% tuition coverage offered for select programs. The Debt-Free Program is only available to first-time degree seeking students. For those team members that wish to continue their education, Target will pay up to $5,250 for non-master’s degrees and up to $10,000 for master’s degrees each year.
Team members must enroll in a business-aligned degree program; however, there are over 250 fields from which to choose.
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4. Begin your educational journey!
Starting a new educational journey could be a bit scary but you are in good hands being a Target team member and utilizing Guild Education! These programs are designed for employees to be able to seamlessly attend college while working. So, even in a remote environment, there are an abundance of resources at your disposal so you never feel alone!
Best of luck in your studies!
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What is Guild Education?
Guild Education is a company that connects corporate partners and a list of educational providers. As an employee with Guild Education partnership, you’ll have an abundance of resources at your disposal. One of the best perks includes an Education Coach who is a real-life person available to help as needed throughout your studies. Guild Education emphasizes the importance of success for their students so they are always available to help.
Alternatives to Target tuition reimbursement
Target tuition reimbursement is a great option to help you finance your education, but it’s important to remember that it’s not the only one. A wide host of companies now offer tuition reimbursement, including Amazon, Chipotle, UPS, Starbucks, and more.
If you are looking to find credentials to benefit your career opportunities, it’s also a good idea to take a look at some alternatives to four-year universities. One especially popular route is a coding bootcamp. These programs require a fraction of the financial and time commitment of a four-year degree. What’s more, many programs offer income-share agreements, meaning you pay little to nothing for your education up-front, and only begin to pay it back once you land a high-paying job with your new credentials. Many bootcamps require no previous experience or academic credentials.
Students can also look into certificate programs such as the Google Certificate Program. This program can cost as little as $100 all-in, and it operates on a flexible schedule to accommodate your needs. These online certificate programs come with a dramatically improved earning potential for students who have not completed college.
Final thoughts on Target tuition reimbursement
If it is your first time seeking a degree or if you are returning to school – Target will help pay for your tuition. Target offers a great opportunity to further your education. However, if there is no Target nearby or other factors are preventing you from becoming employed at a Target – do not fret! There are a ton of companies out there that offer tuition reimbursement. Look through Guild Education’s partnerships for some ideas of other companies doing the same thing as Target! Do not be afraid to take that next step in your education!
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Frequently asked questions about Target tuition reimbursement
Who qualifies for Target tuition reimbursement?
Can I study any topic?
What are some of the accredited universities?
Is it really 100% free tuition?
However, the free tuition only applies to first-time degree seeking students who choose to participate in a select program.
For those team members that wish to continue their education and it is not their first-time seeking a degree, Target will pay up to $5,250 for non-master’s degrees and up to $10,000 for master’s degrees each year.
