Online tuition remission applications must be submitted every semester that you plan on using AU’s education benefits.

You and your spouse or domestic partner* are eligible for university-sponsored education benefits if:

• you have at least four months of full-time employment with the university prior to the first day of classes; and
• you are a full-time faculty member; or
• you are a regular, full-time staff member.

_{*Domestic partners must have a valid Affidavit of Domestic Partnership on file with Human Resources.}

What's covered

• Tuition for eligible courses taken at AU and Wesley Theological Seminary is covered.
• A maximum of 8 credits per semester.
• A maximum of 20 credits per academic year.

What's not covered

• Some courses are not covered.
• Application, exam, or matriculation fees.
• Course or lab fees.
• $50 non-refundable administrative fee.

Summer Sessions

For summer sessions, tuition remission may not be applied to individually arranged courses, including but not limited to internships, co-ops, independent study and independent reading courses. 

 

Tuition remission key deadlines for 2020

	Spring 2024	Summer 2024	Fall 2024
Dates are subject to change. Please visit the Academic Calendar to view the most current key dates for class and tuition remission purposes.
Hire date for tuition remission eligibility	September 16, 2023	January 13, 2024	April 26, 2024
Classes begin	January 16, 2024	May 13, 2024	August 26, 2024
Tuition remission application deadline	January 16, 2024	May 13, 2024	August 26, 2024
Hybrid work agreement deadline	January 16, 2024	May 13, 2024	August 26, 2024
Last day to drop a class/make changes for 100% refund and no tuition remission	January 29, 2024	Varies, view Academic Calendar	September 9, 2024
Full tuition remission coverage date (last day of class)	April 29, 2024	Varies, view Academic Calendar	December 6, 2024
Tuition remission taxable amount added to pay	Feb/Mar/Apr paychecks	Jun/Jul/Aug paychecks	Oct/Nov/Dec paychecks

An online tuition remission application must be submitted every semester that you plan on using AU’s education benefits.

The deadline for tuition remission online applications is typically the first day of classes. Applications submitted after the deadline will be denied.

Steps 1 through 3 must be completed by the tuition remission deadline.

1. Enroll in classes.
2. Apply online for tuition remission education benefits.
3. Submit online Hybrid Work Agreement, if applicable. Please allow sufficient time for manager and department approvals.
4. Human Resources and Student Accounts will verify your eligibility.
5. Financial Aid will post your tuition remission to your account beginning two weeks prior to the start of classes.
6. Graduate level courses are taxable and can significantly reduce your net (take-home) pay.

What does this mean for me?

All graduate level courses are 100% taxable, although faculty and staff annually receive the first $5,250 of their tuition tax-free. Domestic partners are also taxed 100% on undergraduate classes.

 

When you receive a taxable tuition benefit for yourself, spouse, domestic partner, or dependent, the value of the benefit is imputed as taxable income. Imputed income taxes are paid through payroll deductions scheduled during the semester the benefit is issued.

Taxation on remitted tuition can significantly reduce your net (take-home) pay!

• Your net pay may be impacted by personal exemptions, pre-tax benefits, federal and state filing status, gross income, etc.
• Tuition benefits may push you into a higher tax bracket. Use the Symmetry® calculator to estimate your net (take-home) pay if you will be taking courses that are subject to taxation.

Because there are many factors that may affect your individual situation, you may want to consult a tax advisor.

Use the Symmetry calculator to estimate* your net (take-home) pay.

STEP 1: Get your current payroll information to use with the calculator. 

• Log on to the myAU Portal
• Personalized Links (left navigation) > Work@AU
• Eagle Service - Earning Statements

STEP 2: Use the Symmetry calculator to estimate* your net (take-home) pay.

• Enter your information into the calculator
• Select the “Calculate” button to estimate* your net (take home) pay

*The Symmetry calculator is only meant to provide general guidance and estimates about the payroll process. It should not be relied upon to calculate exact taxes, payroll or other financial data. It may not match your American University results precisely and is not intended to provide tax or legal advice. You should consult with a professional advisor or accountant to address your specific concerns.