Beginning with the 2024 spring semester, eligible state of South Dakota employees will be able to pay half price for online courses offered by the state’s public universities.
Board of Regents Executive Director Nathan Lukkes says up until now, state employees have only received the discount if they attended classes in person, on campus.
Lukkes says the tuition reduction applies at the six public universities and their satellite offices.
The Board of Regents made the reduced price tuition effective immediately so state employees who want to take classes this spring are able to do so.
He says the 50% discount is applied when the state employee registers for the course.
For state employees wanting to get onto a different career path, Lukkes says this is a great opportunity.
Under this new discounted rate, Lukkes says state employees will be accepted as “last student in,” meaning their admission will be subject to course capacity. He says this provides an opportunity for state employees to take up to six credits without any additional expense to the state.
WRITTEN VERSION:
South Dakota Board of Regents meeting, Executive Director Nathan Lukkes premiered an exciting new benefit for state employees. Beginning with the upcoming 2024 spring semester, eligible state employees can take advantage of a 50% tuition reduction for online courses offered by South Dakota’s public universities. Thursday’s (Dec. 14, 2023) announcement was made in partnership with legislative majority leaders Senator Casey Crabtree and Representative Will Mortenson.
“This initiative shows our commitment to supporting the education and growth of public servants who contribute significantly to the success of our state,” said Lukkes. “By offering a tuition reduction, we aim to empower state employees to acquire new skills, enhance their career prospects, and improve their professional responsibilities.”
This January (2024), eligible state employees will qualify for a 50% reduction in tuition for online courses offered by South Dakota’s public universities. The program allows participants to tailor their learning experience to their individual needs and career goals, making higher education more accessible for state employees and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
“This program supports the Board’s goal of creating a skilled, knowledgeable, and energetic workforce that can drive innovation and contribute to the overall development of our great state,” said BOR President Tim Rave. “We are excited to offer this opportunity and look forward to seeing its positive impact on our employees, universities, and state.”
Under this new discounted rate, students will be accepted as “last student in,” meaning their admission will be subject to course capacity. While this does not guarantee enrollment, it provides an opportunity for state employees without any additional expense to the state. Students utilizing this discounted rate will be granted admission if vacant spots are available, up to six credits a semester.
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