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Save Money on Tuition and Exam Fees

The Tuition Benefits Program provides educational benefits to CSEA-represented NYS employees, enabling them to achieve greater career mobility, qualify for promotional opportunities, improve job skills, and prepare for future state workforce needs through the following:

  • Tuition Vouchers - Use vouchers to help pay for tuition at over 150 participating providers.
  • Tuition Reimbursement - Get reimbursed for tuition pre-paid to an approved provider following course completion.
  • Credit-by-Exam Fee Reimbursement - Get reimbursed for an unlimited number of eligible exams up to a maximum of $350 per exam.
  • Certification and Licensure Exam Fee Reimbursement - Get reimbursed for an unlimited number of eligible exams up to a maximum of $350 per exam.
  • Adult Education Basics - Get tuition assistance for English for Speakers of Other Languages, high school equivalency, preparatory, or remedial courses.

To apply for a Tuition Benefit - To apply online, click "Sign In" in the upper right corner, and follow the instructions. To submit a paper form, click here to download the Tuition Benefits Application Form (PDF).

​​Partnership advisors are here to help eligible CSEA-represented NYS employees get the most out of their tuition benefits. However, please know that the final responsibility for using these benefits within the guidelines set by the Partnership rests with the employee.

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Contact Us

​​​For information on the Providers List for Participating Schools, please contact:
Jude Fitch
Email: jude.fitch@nyscseapartnership.org

For information on benefits, certifications, examinations, and reimbursement, please contact:
Chris Dinardo
Email: christine.dinardo@nyscseapartnership.org