Dear AFSCME Family,

I have an exciting update! Criminal justice has been added to the bachelor's degree offerings and we've extended the deadline for summer enrollment. Sessions begin May 18 and June 22. Please see additional updates highlighted below.

In solidarity,

Genevieve Marcus
AFSCME Advantage Member Benefits

From: "Genevieve Marcus, AFSCME"

Reply-To: AFSCME Digital

Date: Friday, April, 24, 2020 at 11:22 AM

Subject: New Opportunity: Free BA Degree

Dear Friend,

The coronavirus pandemic has turned all our lives upside down, and AFSCME members are working on the front lines keeping our communities safe and healthy.

In this difficult time, AFSCME stands ready to support you and your family any way we can. That's why we wanted to extend a limited-time opportunity for members and eligible family members to earn a FREE bachelor's degree.

Students who enroll in the AFSCME Bachelor's Degree Completion Program, in partnership with Central State University, in the summer 2020 term may complete their entire degree (through graduation) with no out-of-pocket cost, as long as they remain continuously enrolled.

The summer enrollment period is now open, so do not delay. Due to high interest from members, we have added new summer sessions and extended the free offer through June 22! Members may learn more about this limited time offer by calling 888-897-9671 or get started online at bachelorsdegree.afscme.org. Degrees are available in teacher education, business administration and criminal justice (just added).

If you are unemployed, furloughed or laid off, don't worry – you and your eligible family members may still enroll.

We also want to remind you that AFSCME Free College, which already offers you an associate degree at no out-of-pocket cost through Eastern Gateway Community College, has many general education and technical courses that are transferable to other colleges and universities, including in-demand programs such as teacher education, programming and development, human resources and accounting. Enrollment for the June 1 session is now open. Interested students should complete an inquiry form, which can be found at the link below and follow the enrollment steps.

We are all in this together, but those of us in the AFSCME family can rely on each other for support. The AFSCME Free College program is one key part of that support during these difficult times.

Students must complete FAFSA and the financial aid process to be eligible for either program.