Employees at KFC are now eligible for free tuition for online courses through Western Governors University.
The KFC Foundation and Western Governors University inked the deal on Friday. Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman and the university president were there to celebrate the deal.
Western Governors University offers 60 different degree options, allowing students to complete courses on their own time. The president said this helps balance life, families, and work.
The KFC Foundation said it wants to break down the financial barriers for employees, so tuition is 100 percent covered. They expect hundreds of employees to take advantage of the opportunity.
Franchise owner Justin Stewart says employees are already excited, and they are people of all different ages and backgrounds.
All full and part-time employees are immediately eligible. The program is non-competitive, meaning KFC restaurant employees who apply and enroll will have the opportunity to get tuition coverage.
Source: WAVE
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