USC is committed to supporting faculty and staff with tuition programs that foster educational growth while also opening doors for eligible dependents to pursue their own degrees. Whether you are furthering your education or investing in your family’s future, we are here to support your learning journey.
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The updated Tuition Assistance Benefit (TAB) plan is now in effect. Visit the frequently asked questions page to support you in understanding the TAB updates.
Below are the options to help you earn a degree or take a job-related course sponsored by USC
Tuition Assistance Benefit (TAB) program
Receive financial support for you and your family to pursue USC programs
Apply for scholarships for your children at partner institutions
Tuition Assistance Benefit (TAB) program
USC’s Tuition Assistance Benefit (TAB) program offers full-time, benefits-eligible faculty and staff the opportunity to earn a USC degree 100% tuition-free (50% for KCMG employees). The program also provides 100% tuition coverage (50% for children of KCMG employees) for children seeking undergraduate degrees, and 25% tuition coverage for spouses or registered domestic partners. TAB may also cover job-related coursework or courses for no credit for eligible USC employees.
TAB Plan documents
Please review the USC Tuition Assistance Benefit Plan document in full prior to applying.
If you or your dependent were receiving tuition assistance benefits as of Spring 2025, please visit the FAQ on how your benefits vary from the above plan document. The university reserves the right at any time to amend the TAB program to any extent and in any manner that it may deem advisable.Tuition Exchange program
USC is a proud member of the Tuition Exchange (TE) program, offering children of university employees the opportunity to earn an undergraduate degree at one of 700+ member schools at significant savings. If you’re a full-time, benefits-eligible employee, your child may qualify for a TE scholarship.
Additional Resources
- Some specialized employees, such as nurses, are eligible for reimbursement for job-related coursework offered by accredited schools.
- USC employees, by virtue of the university’s status as a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization, may qualify for public service student loan forgiveness.
- An employee may also take a work-related course for credit but the tuition funds will not be covered by the TAB program. An employee should work with their school or unit to obtain approval and secure funding for the course.