The University of Charleston will offer tuition discounts to Charleston Area Alliance members
Charleston, West Virginia (February, 2025) – The Charleston Area Alliance (CAA) and the University of Charleston (UC) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to expand, enhance, and improve educational opportunities for CAA member businesses, organizations, and their employees.
Through this partnership, the Charleston Area Alliance will actively promote awareness and enrollment in UC’s degree and non-degree programs among its members, identifying UC as a university partner. In turn, UC will provide a 10% tuition reduction to employees of CAA member businesses and organizations, as well as their spouses, who enroll in select associate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree programs in Business, Leadership, and Nursing.
“This agreement reflects our commitment to supporting the professional development and growth of our business community,” said Mara Boggs, President & CEO of the Charleston Area Alliance. “By partnering with the University of Charleston, we are ensuring that employees of our member businesses have access to high-quality education at a more affordable cost, helping to strengthen our region’s workforce and economy.”
By working together, CAA and UC aim to create meaningful opportunities that help businesses invest in their employees’ growth, enhance workforce development, and contribute to the overall economic vitality of the region. This collaboration underscores a shared dedication to fostering professional advancement and lifelong learning, ultimately benefiting both the local business community and the broader Charleston area.
“The University of Charleston is proud to collaborate with the Charleston Area Alliance to support local businesses and their employees through accessible and affordable education,” said Marty Roth, President of the University of Charleston. “This partnership aligns with our mission to prepare students for success in their careers while driving economic and workforce development in our community.”
For more information about this partnership and how the Charleston Area Alliance members can take advantage of this opportunity, please visit charlestonareaalliance.org or call 304-340-4253!