![Community Health System logo plus University of Phoenix Career with Confidence logo](/alliance/chs/_jcr_content/root/container/container_copy/container/image_copy.coreimg.svg/1737060888644/communityhealths-logo.svg) # Maximize your savings **Employer tuition assistance + we cap your tuition at $5,250.​​**Great news! Our agreement with your employer may qualify you for education benefits. If you are eligible for tuition assistance, your employer can pay University of Phoenix directly. Learn more at[Community Health Tuition Reimbursement](https://edureimburse.mycmc.com/). [Apply today](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info)[Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information) ## Employer-paid tuition made easier ### Step 1 ![](/alliance/chs/_jcr_content/root/container/container_copy_copy_/container/columns_copy/responsivegrid0/container_1614461156/container/image.coreimg.svg/1763501979708/laptop-computer-phoeniox-uopx-website1.svg) Apply to University of Phoenix Enroll in skills-aligned degree programs to help learn skills in weeks, not years. [Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) ### Step 2 ![](/alliance/chs/_jcr_content/root/container/container_copy_copy_/container/columns_copy/responsivegrid1/container_1614461156/container/image.coreimg.svg/1752617388899/master-laptop-computer-website-work-list-bookmark.svg) Start your direct bill application Visit Community Health Tuition Reimbursement to complete your Direct Bill application. [Apply for direct bill](https://edureimburse.mycmc.com) ### Step 3 ![](/alliance/chs/_jcr_content/root/container/container_copy_copy_/container/columns_copy/responsivegrid2/container_1614461156/container/image.coreimg.svg/1763578123241/upload-icon.svg) Upload your voucher Once approved by CHS, upload your voucher to your UOPX student portal under Finances. [Voucher upload](https://my.phoenix.edu/financial-plan/voucherUpload) ### Step 4 ![](/alliance/chs/_jcr_content/root/container/container_copy_copy_/container/columns_copy/responsivegrid3/container_1614461156/container/image.coreimg.svg/1763502508741/chat-bubbles-conversation-message-counseling.svg) **Have questions?** To learn more about your CHS benefits, contact your CHS[HR Benefits Team.](rsanchez14@communitymedical.org) or call at (559) 459-1919 option 4. (1)Have your tuition cost capped at $5250 per calendar year (you only pay for what your employer tuition assistance doesn’t cover.)​ ## Top degree programs for Community Health System employees [View all programs](https://www.phoenix.edu/online-degrees.html) REAL-WORLD SCENARIOS ## Get the credit you deserve for work and life experiences At University of Phoenix, your experience could apply to college credits, savings you time and money. A prior learning assessment (PLA) reviews your work, education and life history. You may qualify for college credits from certificates, training, job responsibilities and volunteerism.
 [Contact an Enrollment Representative](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)to learn more about PLA. ## Empowering education through impactful savings ![](/alliance/chs/_jcr_content/root/container/container_copy_copy/columns/responsivegrid0/columns_copy/responsivegrid0/container/image.coreimg.png/1735599509381/cost-savings-thumb---degree-level-5.png)  36% Of those Community Health System employees who participated used direct bill, removing another barrier to continued education. ![](/alliance/chs/_jcr_content/root/container/container_copy_copy/columns/responsivegrid0/columns_copy/responsivegrid1/container_copy/image.coreimg.png/1735604488414/cost-savings-thumb---degree-level-6.png)   $500k $500k Has been saved by Community Health employees through University of Phoenix extended tuition benefits and Prior Learning Assessment
since 2018. ![](/alliance/chs/_jcr_content/root/container/container_copy_copy/columns/responsivegrid0/columns_copy/responsivegrid2/container_copy/image.coreimg.png/1735604515271/bachelors---illustration-1.png)   36 Community Health System employees graduated from University of Phoenix in 2023. Of that number, 75% earned a nursing degree. Based on Community Health System employee BSN and MSN program student data collected 2023. upcoming webinar ## Plan your future **Your time is valuable. When you attend a University of Phoenix webinar, we make sure you learn about applying your tuition benefits so you can plan the next steps of your career.** **Topic****:**Plan for your future ![](https://uop.scene7.com/is/image/phoenixedu/time-calendar-clock-stopwatch.webp?fmt=webp-alpha&qlt=70&fit=constrain,1&wid=78) **Date and time:**See registration for specific date and times ![](https://uop.scene7.com/is/image/phoenixedu/location-1.webp?fmt=webp-alpha&qlt=70&fit=constrain,1&wid=60) **Location:**Online event ![](https://uop.scene7.com/is/image/phoenixedu/account-person-icon-people-user.webp?fmt=webp-alpha&qlt=70&fit=constrain,1&wid=60) **Hosted by:****Katharine Perez, University of Phoenix** [Sign up](https://forms.office.com/r/fKA552yUHU) upcoming webinar ## Plan your future Your time is valuable. When you attend a University of Phoenix webinar, we make sure you learn about applying your tuition benefits so you can plan the next steps of your career. **Topic:****Plan for your future** ![](https://uop.scene7.com/is/image/phoenixedu/time-calendar-clock-stopwatch.webp?fmt=webp-alpha&qlt=70&fit=constrain,1&wid=78) **Date and time:**See registration for specific date and times ![](https://uop.scene7.com/is/image/phoenixedu/location-1.webp?fmt=webp-alpha&qlt=70&fit=constrain,1&wid=60) **Location**: Online event ![](https://uop.scene7.com/is/image/phoenixedu/account-person-icon-people-user.webp?fmt=webp-alpha&qlt=70&fit=constrain,1&wid=60) **Hosted by**:**Katharine Perez, University of Phoenix.** [Sign up](https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=q94XsQbBYkGvTVVG55xqDC8sT-PgmbtKlcl2fbTf_g9UREo3VFVLV0pPOTlZR1BRMDZJRk0zNEtPUC4u) Graduates honored with nurse of the year award from Community Health System University of Phoenix celebrates College of Nursing student Nou Heu and College of Nursing graduate Susan Thorn, on receiving the Nurse of the Year award from the Association for California Nursing Leaders’ San Joaquin Valley Chapter. The award highlights the exceptional dedication, skill, and compassion shown by Heu and Thorn while providing healthcare services to patients and fellow employees. The Nurse of the Year award is an annual recognition given by the nursing association.​ ![Nurse of the Year award from the Association for California Nursing Leaders’ San Joaquin Valley Chapter](/alliance/chs/_jcr_content/root/container/container/columns/responsivegrid1/image.coreimg.png/1737590463380/pr-hero-awards.png) **By Michele Mitchum**
 September 20, 2023 • 2 minutes read ## Start when you’re ready With classes starting every 5-6 weeks, find a date that fits with your schedule and begin school when you're ready. [Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) ![](/alliance/chs/_jcr_content/root/container/container_1479021424/container/columns/responsivegrid1/container/columns_copy/responsivegrid0/container_830672347/container/image.coreimg.svg/1669077052736/bachelor-icon.svg) ### Bachelor's > Start as soon as **((startDates.bachelors1MonthShort)) ((startDates.bachelors1Day))** Register by ((applyByDates.bachelors1MonthShort)). ((applyByDates.bachelors1Day)) ![](/alliance/chs/_jcr_content/root/container/container_1479021424/container/columns/responsivegrid1/container/columns_copy/responsivegrid1/container_830672347_/container_copy/image.coreimg.svg/1669077157654/masters-icon.svg) ### Master's > Start as soon as **((startDates.masters1MonthShort)) ((startDates.masters1Day))** Register by ((applyByDates.masters1MonthShort)). ((applyByDates.masters1Day)) Apply now ## Frequently asked questions ![Representative in a red t-shirt with University of Phoenix logo smiles as she answers a question](/content/experience-fragments/edu/us/en/alliance/silver-plus-faq-/master/_jcr_content/root/container_faq_compon/columns_copy/responsivegrid0/image.coreimg.jpeg/1675884123948/illustration-optimized.jpeg) Expand AllCollapse All ### Is University of Phoenix an accredited university? Yes, University of Phoenix has been continually accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), [hlcommission.org](https://www.hlcommission.org/), since 1978. [Accreditation](https://www.phoenix.edu/about_us/accreditation.html) ### What resources are available to help me understand the cost of my education? Once you’ve chosen your degree program, you will complete a financial plan that will estimate your costs and explore potential ways to pay for it.   [Tuition and Fees](https://www.phoenix.edu/tuition_and_financial_options.html) ### How do I confirm whether there are education benefits available for me? [Speak with an enrollment representative](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information) for more information about your education benefits. Identify your company or organization on your application and let your advisor know the organization you are employed with. Finally, identify your company or organization in the University’s Student Portal financial plan before starting courses. ### Can I still go to school while working? Yes. Our programs are designed specifically for working adults. With online classes, you can attend class online whenever it fits your life, day or night. You’ll also get support by phone, chat or email, available up to 20 hours a day, 5 days a week. And you can start your degree year-round, not just once a semester. ### How do I attend a class online? Attending online class is easy because the classroom is always on 24/7/365. All you need is a reliable Internet connection. You simply log in to your virtual classroom to complete assignments, access course materials and resources, and interact with faculty and classmates. Class participation is graded based upon your contributions to online discussions. This is a great solution for students who might have a difficult time commuting and for those who learn better independently. [How it Works](https://www.phoenix.edu/student-orientation/going-to-class.html) ### How do I get started? Applying is easy. [Start your application](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) and identify your employer when asked. Or, [speak with an enrollment representative](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information) and let them know who your employer is. Finally, identify your employer in the University’s Student Portal financial plan before starting courses. ## *Terms and Conditions There must be an agreement in place between the University of Phoenix, Inc. (University) and Bright Horizons EdAssist Solutions (“Company”) whereby Company is acting as employer’s tuition assistance service provider (hereinafter “Agreement”) for current employees to receive the tuition benefits set forth below (hereinafter referred to as the “Benefits”). **Eligibility** To be eligible for the Benefits, employees must (i) be and remain employed with employer; (ii) be eligible for and abide by all terms and conditions of employer’s tuition assistance policy as determined by Employer; and (iii) must maintain attendance with the University defined as not taking a break longer than 365 days (hereinafter “Participating Employees”). Participating Employees who are new students and self-identify as an employee of the employer in the University’s student portal (or through any other method of verification the University may require) after the Agreement effective date will receive the benefits set forth below, so long as the Agreement is in effect and has not been terminated. For those Participating Employees who are currently enrolled and already self-identified with the University, the Benefits will apply to your next course and will not be applied retroactively. The Benefits will apply to Participating Employees who are receiving the standard University tuition rate and cannot be combined with any Alumni or Associate Transfer tuition rates, competency-based programs such as the MBA-CB program or other competency-based programs the University may offer in its discretion, any other University offer or promotion or any other specific program exclusions set forth in the Academic Catalog. For Clarification, nothing contained herein is intended to prohibit Participating Employees to enroll in these programs or use of any Client tuition assistance toward the excluded items listed above. Participating Employees are subject to the University's admission and academic policies and procedures. **Undergraduate Courses** Participating Employees may take up to eight (8) courses subject to course availability and University’s policy for a total tuition cap of $5,250 per Calendar Year (defined as January 1st through December 31st). Any courses over eight (8) in a Calendar Year will be charged to the Participating Employee at the then current tuition rate for the undergraduate degree program.. **Master’s Courses** Participating Employees may take up to five (5) courses within any one Calendar Year, for a total tuition cap of $5,250 per Calendar Year. Any courses over five (5) in a Calendar Year will be charged to the Participating Employee at the then current tuition rate for the Master’s degree program. **Doctoral Courses** Participating Employees may take up to three (3) courses within any one Calendar Year, for a total tuition cap of $5,250 per Calendar Year. Any courses over three (3) in a Calendar Year will be charged to the Participating Employee at the then current tuition rate for the Doctoral degree program. **Resource Fees (electronic course material fees and books)** University will waive resource fees on tuition assistance approved credit-bearing single courses, certificates, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral courses until program completion. **Billing** Taking more courses than the maximum allotted amount for each tuition cap in a Calendar Year will result in additional tuition charges. Please check with Cleveland Clinic’s tuition assistance policy for further information regarding your billing options and payment details with respect to the Benefits. Please note: For students using VA benefits, certifying VA benefits for any reason in conjunction with your university alliance benefit will use a month of entitlement.. **Term and Termination** If the Agreement is terminated Benefits will immediately cease and will no longer be available to Participating Employees. Participating Employees enrolled in the University as of the termination date will be responsible for payment of all fees and tuition costs (at the then current tuition rate) for their next course and the remainder of their program in accordance with University financial policies and procedures.