Tuition Assistance

Many of our staff come to the APA with a variety of experience and degrees.  In addition, once employed many of our staff seek tuition assistance to return to school and further their education.  Regardless of your tenure with us, you may request reimbursement for job-related courses.

Under our Tuition Assistance Program, staff are eligible to receive tuition reimbursement for up to three classes annually at any public college or university.  If staff elect to go to a private college or university the Office will still reimburse staff for the class using the public college/university tuition rate.

Currently we reimburse staff for classes they are attending to obtain their undergraduate or graduate degrees and post-baccalaureate certificates in various business-related disciplines.

 

 

Testimonials from Staff

“The tuition reimbursement program at APA allowed me to continue my education at an accredited university while gaining real-world experience.  I was able to apply what I learned in class to my on-job duties, network with other professionals, and obtain credits needed to sit for the CPA exam, without accumulating student loans. ”

--Brandan Halsey

 

“A major factor that influenced my decision to begin a career at the Auditor of Public Accounts was the tuition reimbursement program.  I had taken two classes prior to being hired by the APA, which helped me realize the high costs of graduate school.  The APA provides three classes (nine credits) per year which are fully reimbursed as long as I get a ‘C’ in the class.  This allows me to obtain my masters degree at whatever pace I choose.  Classes at Virginia Commonwealth University have enhanced my knowledge of the business world, allowed me to meet a lot of new friends who have real business world experience, and given me the opportunity to utilize what I have learned back at the APA.  I highly recommend that all employees consider enrolling in a post graduate program because of the positive impact it can have at the APA and the individual’s future career.”

--Paul McDonald

 

“The APA’s tuition reimbursement program has encouraged me to further my education; this lets me continue learning while not absorbing the cost of the classes.  So far, I’ve taken six classes towards an additional degree and have actually used a lot of what I learned in those classes in my daily work and on special projects.  These classes have helped me take on increasingly challenging audits and projects, which also helps my career progress.  Additionally, my flexible work schedule accommodates the time I need for my classes.”

--Steve Holmes

 

“My experience with the tuition assistance program at APA was a very beneficial one. It gave me the opportunity to continue with my education post undergraduate without taking much time off in between. I started here at APA in June 2004 and enrolled in my program in January 2005. My director was able to place my courses in my training plan and when I completed them, I turned in my final grades to receive my reimbursement. This helped me to minimize my costs of graduate school while working full time. I recently just finished my degree and would recommend it to anyone wanting to further their education here at the APA.”

-- Candice Hart