Indiana State University

Through the Preferred Partnership with Indiana State University, state employees receive 15% off the in-state tuition rate (regardless of your state of residence) for all academic programs including online, on-campus, undergraduate and graduate programs. Additionally, employees receive expedited admissions processing and transfer credit review, as well as a waiver of the enrollment deposit. Indiana State offers 100+ fully online degree and certificate programs. Apply today!
How to obtain your Preferred Partner discount:
- Visit https://indianastate.edu to APPLY!
- Within the application, you will be asked if you are an employee of a Preferred Partner. Click the dropdown list and select STATE OF INDIANA.
- After you have applied, employment verification will be obtained from the State of Indiana and your 15% discount will be confirmed.
- You will remain eligible for the discounted tuition rate, so long as you remain employed by the State of Indiana.
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Indiana Tech

Indiana Tech strives to make pursuing a degree an easier and more affordable endeavor for State of Indiana employees and their spouses. As a thank you for your civic service we will award a 20% tuition scholarship for undergraduate or graduate tuition. Classes are six weeks, online, one class at a time, making it even easier for the working adult to GO FOR IT!
- 80+ programs ranging from undergraduate certificates, associate, bachelor, and master’s degrees.
- Over 30 undergraduate certificates and 14 graduate certificates
- Student success advisors provide one-on-one support and resources that help students stay on track.
- Classes are always starting soon, allowing rapid progress toward degree completion.
- Textbook rental included at no cost.
- Additional military scholarships available.
For more information please contact Jackson Huff at 317-466-2121 ext. 4108 or at jphuff@indianatech.edu
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Indiana Wesleyan University

For State of Indiana employees, IWU provides preferred pricing in the form of discounts: *
- 10% off associate degrees
- 15% off most bachelor and graduate degrees
- $250 per credit for RN to BSN
As a military-friendly institution, IWU also extends military preferred tuition to active duty, National Guard, reserves, retirees, veterans, spouses and surviving spouses, DOD employees, DHS employees, and dependent children.
For those who have served or are currently serving, DOD employees and DHS employees, IWU offers $250 per credit for bachelor’s degree programs and a 15% discount on most graduate programs.
*The discounts listed above are for online degrees and those offered at our satellite learning centers and do not apply to the residential campus. Please contact an enrollment counselor at 866-498-4968 for eligibility and any exclusions that may apply.
About IWU
A vision that began over 100 years ago has taken full form as today's Indiana Wesleyan University – a Christian comprehensive university committed to liberal arts and professional education. As IWU celebrates a century of service, it remains resolute in its commitment to being a pioneer in education that focuses on accessibility to all kinds of students.
College of Adult and Professional Studies
The College of Adult and Professional Studies (CAPS) offers 100+ undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs online and in regional educations centers located in Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio.
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O’Neill School of Public Affairs

Founded in 1972, The O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs is a nationally ranked academic institution. We bring together management skills, science, policy analysis, and the humanities. We focus on governing, managing, and leading. We prepare students to address the complex issues that face society today—issues one field of study alone can't solve.
Scholarship Information for State of Indiana Employees:
State employees will receive a $1,000 scholarship for the first semester of any O’Neill Indianapolis or O’Neill Bloomington program. This is a one-time award that may be combined with other scholarships except for the O'Neill School Public and Environmental Affairs 50th Anniversary Alumni discount. State employees who are also graduates of the Paul H. O'Neill School are eligible for 25% off of graduate tuition.
Check out our variety of available programs & certificates on both the Indianapolis and Bloomington campuses.
Application start/end dates:
O’Neill has a “rolling admission” which means the applications are always open, however, there are deadlines for various semesters:
- March 15: Deadline for international applicants for fall admission
- May 15: Deadline for domestic applicants for fall admission
- September 15: Deadline for international applicants for spring admission
- November 15: Deadline for domestic applicants for spring admission
- March 15: Deadline for international and domestic applicants for summer admission
In addition to these dates, March 1 is the priority deadline for all applicants pursuing merit-based financial aid.
Contact for prospective students:
Masashi Fukada, Associate Director of Strategic Enrollment and Partnerships
mfukada@iu.edu
317-278-1578
Purdue Global

A message from Purdue Global:
This is innovation. This is extreme personalization. This is a world-class education that’s tailored to the unique needs of working adults. Now you can earn a degree from an accredited online university that is part of the respected Purdue University system. Our innovative approach to teaching a modern curriculum gives you the skills you need to make an immediate impact on your career—and the edge to conquer whatever comes next. Because this is education designed for you. This is Purdue Global.
Match your career path to a degree and choose from more than 175 online programs. Many state and federal careers are powered by the skills gained through a Purdue Global degree. Our online programs are designed to help you acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors to be successful in your current and future roles. Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement.
Areas of study include:
- Accounting, business and finance
- Criminal justice
- Fire science
- Health sciences
- Information technology and cybersecurity
- Legal studies
- Nursing
- Public administration
- Psychology
- Social and behavioral sciences
State of Indiana employees and their families who reside in Indiana will receive the current, published in-state tuition rate as posted in the Purdue Global catalog and public website. Effective March 4, 2021, Purdue Global is extending 20 percent off published tuition rates for undergraduate and certificate programs and 14 percent off published tuition rates for graduate programs and certificates to the participant’s eligible individuals, including family members, who reside outside of the state of Indiana. This tuition reduction only applies to tuition for courses once eligible individuals are fully enrolled in a Purdue Global Program. This tuition reduction cannot be combined with any other reduction or special pricing.
Note: Purdue Global may change its tuition rates at any time in its sole discretion and the tuition reduction will be calculated on the current tuition in effect for the applicable academic term for the enrolled program. The offering, substitution, or cancellation of any program will be at Purdue Global sole discretion.
Please visit the Purdue Global | Alliance website to request more information about available discounts.
Robert H. McKinney School of Law at IU-Indianapolis

At IU McKinney we are ready to help you achieve your academic and career goals. Consider the advantages of a degree from IU McKinney: career advancement, an outstanding education, flexible scheduling, and an opportunity to build lifelong relationships with top-notch faculty and leaders in your profession.
Available Programs
- Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.)
- For individuals interested in learning more about the many ways law impacts your profession and your life but do not want to practice law.
- Master of Laws (LL.M.)
- For individuals with a first law degree- both law graduates of foreign law schools and J.D. graduates of U.S. law schools.
Scholarship Information for State of Indiana Employees
State employees will receive a $2,000 scholarship if they are admitted to either Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) or Master of Laws (LL.M.) program. This scholarship is offered in the form of tuition remission and will be applied on a per credit basis (up to 24 credits for LL.M. students or up to 30 credits for M.J. students) towards the base tuition charge and cannot be used to reduce or offset any other program fees or expenses.
Additional funding may be available if requested during the application process.
Contact for prospective students
Elise Seidel, Recruiter of Graduate and International Programs
mjlaw@iu.edu
317-278-7918
Admissions Information
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis starting in September.
Important Dates & Deadlines
- M.J. applications: September 1 to April 1
- LL.M. applications: September 1 to July 1
University of Phoenix

Pursue higher education — at a lower cost. For every 5 courses you complete at University of Phoenix, you’ll get the sixth course free.
Why University of Phoenix?
- Stack your savings. You could save thousands on your degree by combining your employer alliance benefits with money saving opportunities like eligible transfer credits and relevant work and life experience.
- Career-relevant skills. Every 5 or 6 weeks, you’ll learn skills you can take directly to the workplace. This enables you to see value from your education before you even graduate.
- Hassle-free application. Apply for free – no application fee, entrance exams or obligation to enroll. We’ll also help you understand your exclusive savings opportunities based on your employer and provide guidance on how to use tuition assistance.
- Balance it all. Focus on taking just one 5 or 6-week course at a time, while still graduating on time. Classes begin 17 times a year, so you can start your program when you’re ready.
Invest in yourself, and get the education you deserve, with help from your organization and University of Phoenix.
Learn more at phoenix.edu/stateofindiana
To activate your State of Indiana employee discount, follow the steps below after applying.
- Go to https://my.phoenix.edu and log in.
- Once logged in click on the Financial Plan link/section at the bottom of your screen.
- When this page loads, select the link for Employer/Tribal Academic Alliance Program
- If an employer is already listed, click on edit.
- Use the dropdown menu to find State of Indiana.
- Select your employer in the drop-down menu
- You will need to enter an Academic Code which is provided in red text in a blue box (code: WFS1213).
- Click on Submit
WGU Indiana

WGU is a non-profit, online university offering more than 60 bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in business, IT, healthcare, and K–12 education with programs built to be flexible and to fit the lives of busy working adults. WGU operates on a Competency-Based learning model, which measures skills and learning rather than time spent in class. With WGU’s affordable, flat-rate tuition model students pay a flat fee for 6 months of learning and can complete courses as quickly as they learn the material, offering an “all you can learn” opportunity.
Employees can learn more about WGU partner benefits at: WGU Educational Benefits
Full-time State of Indiana employees receive a 5% discount* and may be eligible to apply for scholarships. See all WGU scholarships >
*Must provide current pay stub from agency currently employed with for verification at time of enrollment. Discount available up to four terms.