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Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
TAP Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are my spouse and/or dependents eligible to
participate in TAP?
No, only full-time benefits-eligible employees may
participate in the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP).
2. Are part-time, temporary full-time, or,
adjunct employees eligible to participate in TAP?
No.
3. How do I register if I wish to enroll in more
than eight academic semester credit hours during a specific academic semester?
You must pay normal tuition and fees for courses you
take above TAP's 8 credit hour limit. You may register during the normal
registration period for classes for which you are paying tuition. However, TAP
course(s) can only be added during the designated TAP registration period.
4. How will I know when to register at the
institution I am attending?
All employee registration dates will be posted and
maintained on the Board of Regents (BOR) official website:
5. Do I need to fill out a TAP application for
every semester?
Yes. However, only one application is necessary for
both Maymester and the Summer sessions.
6. What if my six months of employment ends after the TAP application deadline, but before classes begin?
In an instance such as this, you would not be
eligible to attend courses under the TAP program. You may enroll in TAP for the
following semester.
7. If I am changing my employment from one
University System of Georgia (USG) institution to a different USG institution,
will I be required to complete a new six month provisional period of employment?
No, unless there is a break in service of greater
than 30 calendar days.
8. What happens if I withdraw from a course after
the drop-add period ends?
You would be ineligible for TAP for one semester.
9. Can I receive more than one degree under TAP?
Yes.
10. Are graduate degrees eligible under TAP?
Yes, except for professional programs as indicated
in the TAP policy.
11. Can a nine-month contract faculty member
whose contract is renewed for the next academic year enroll in summer sessions
under TAP?
Yes.
12. Why is there a separate registration period
for USG employees?
Eligible USG employees may participate in TAP on a
space-available basis, only. Therefore, the employee registration period follows
the regular registration period.
13. Can I attend an out-of-state institution
under TAP?
No.
14. Are private in-state colleges covered by TAP?
No.
15. Are on-line degree programs covered by TAP?
On-line degree programs offered by USG institutions
are covered by TAP. However, employees are responsible for paying tuition in
excess of the normal tuition amount approved by the USG system.
16. Are DTAE programs covered by TAP?
No, however, the HOPE grant may apply in certain
cases.
17. Can I audit a course(s) under TAP?
No. Only courses taken for credit are eligible under
TAP.
18. Is the student admissions application fee
waived under TAP?
No.
19. Are executive/premier graduate programs
eligible under TAP?
No.
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