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Spalding University

Get the Most Out of Your Tuition Reimbursement

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Employer Assistance by the Numbers

of US Employees Attribute Increased Effectiveness to Continued Education Paid for by Employer’s Tuition Reimbursement Program¹

of US Employers Offer Financial Help for Continued Education²

of Fortune 500 Employees Leave Tuition Assistance Program Benefits Unused³

A Personalized Approach to Maximize Your Benefits

Smooth Transition

We work with you to maximize your employer’s tuition reimbursement benefits and our payment plans. You can earn your degree with little or no out-of-pocket cost.

Flexible Schedule

It’s your time. Choosing a program that fits your lifestyle is important. We have a variety of online, hybrid and low-residency degree programs. Each offers a unique course schedule, including block sessions, trimesters, and traditional or stretch semesters.

Affordable Private Education

Pay a rate similar to — or even less than — that of a public university. Our cost-competitive tuition, low online rates and financial aid work for you.

An Inclusive Community

Join an award-winning university dedicated to excellence and inclusion. We’re a 2022-2023 College of Distinction, with special recognition for Equity & Inclusion.

Equitable Learning for All

Find the acceptance, encouragement and support you need to thrive. We’ve created a space for students of all ages and abilities to grow, both personally and professionally.

Added Savings

A community partnership benefits more than your company. The perks extend to you. Ask our admissions team about tuition discounts for partnering organizations.

Smooth Transition

We work with you to maximize your employer’s tuition reimbursement benefits and our payment plans. You can earn your degree with little or no out-of-pocket cost.

An Inclusive Community

Join an award-winning university dedicated to excellence and inclusion. We’re a 2022-2023 College of Distinction, with special recognition for Equity & Inclusion.

Flexible Schedule

It’s your time. Choosing a program that fits your lifestyle is important. We have a variety of online, hybrid and low-residency degree programs. Each offers a unique course schedule, including block sessions, trimesters, and traditional or stretch semesters.

Equitable Learning for All

Find the acceptance, encouragement and support you need to thrive. We’ve created a space for students of all ages and abilities to grow, both personally and professionally.

Affordable Private Education

Pay a rate similar to — or even less than — that of a public university. Our cost-competitive tuition, low online rates and financial aid work for you.

Added Savings

A community partnership benefits more than your company. The perks extend to you. Ask our admissions team about tuition discounts for partnering organizations.

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Quality Education, Engaging Community

Mission-Driven, Academically-Relevant

We’re a small, private university that is mission centered: our focus is on quality degrees that have an impact in our community. That means you can nurture your talents and earn a high demand, high-value degree that brings positive change. Find your calling with our 36 programs and concentrations.

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Quality Colleges

The College of Distinction also recognized Spalding University in Education, Business, and Nursing. Whether you are a new working professional, well-established in your field, or just looking to excel further in your career, a Spalding education will open many doors for you in networking, community partnerships, and career advancement.

Spalding student teacher reading to elementary school kids
Spalding student teacher reading to elementary school kids

Quality Colleges

The College of Distinction also recognized Spalding University in Education, Business, and Nursing. Whether you are a new working professional, well-established in your field, or just looking to excel further in your career, a Spalding education will open many doors for you in networking, community partnerships, and career advancement.

Hone Your Craft With Extra Faculty Attention

Experience a depth of learning you won’t find at a larger college. Our professors know you by name and are personally invested in helping you achieve your goals. Learn in an intimate environment where our accomplished faculty of practitioners bring their research and career experiences into class instruction.

Spalding Professor and Student

Fast-Track Program

Take the fastest route to finish your degree. With an accelerated second degree, you can earn a bachelor’s in as few as one or two years. Or with our combined bachelor’s and master’s programs, you can graduate with two degrees from Spalding one year earlier compared to traditional programs.

Spalding education graduate holding degree
Spalding education graduate holding degree

Fast-Track Program

Take the fastest route to finish your degree. With an accelerated second degree, you can earn a bachelor’s in as few as one or two years. Or with our combined bachelor’s and master’s programs, you can graduate with two degrees from Spalding one year earlier compared to traditional programs.

An Affordable University

Less Expensive Than the Average Four-Year Private Non-profit Institution⁴

Best Affordable Schools in Kentucky for a Bachelor’s⁵

Best Value College in Kentucky⁶

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The Word on Campus

"We take a concierge, boutique onboarding approach with our professional students. Our admissions process is a one stop shop aimed to streamline the applicant’s experience and to provide an educational and financial strategy that saves time and money."

Jill Gaines
Director of Admission, Community Partnership Development

“The best part about getting my degree online is being able to juggle having a full-time job, being a full-time parent, and being a full-time student without feeling like being a full-time student and Spalding made that possible.”

Chris Wentz
Business Administration, Class of 2022

"Our exceptional faculty continue Spalding’s rich tradition of academic excellence, providing students with a well-rounded, real-world education."

President Tori Murden McClure
MFA ’05

Spalding in the News

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JCPS Receives Large Grant for Principal Development; Spalding to Be a Partner

Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) has been awarded a grant from the Wallace Foundation worth up to $8.2 million over five years to help develop and support equity-centered school leaders, the school district announced Wednesday, and Spalding University’s College of Education will be a partner in training those leaders.

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Spalding University Continues to Invest in JCTC Transfer Students

There are many reasons why a student may choose to begin their college career at a community college. So when they are ready to complete a bachelor’s degree, Spalding University wants them to have no doubts about the individualized support system they will have in our community and the financial savings they will access.

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Group of Spalding social work grads and faculty, wearing black and blue graduation regalia, pose outside on building steps

Spalding BSSW Program Prepares Underrepresented Minority Students for Career Success, State Report Shows

A report from the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education identified Spalding’s Bachelor of Science in Social Work as a high-achieving academic program that prepares underrepresented minority students for high-demand occupations with earnings that match or exceed their peers.

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Spalding Mansion Fourth Street

JCPS Receives Large Grant for Principal Development; Spalding to Be a Partner

Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) has been awarded a grant from the Wallace Foundation worth up to $8.2 million over five years to help develop and support equity-centered school leaders, the school district announced Wednesday, and Spalding University’s College of Education will be a partner in training those leaders.

Students walking through ELC side lawn

Spalding University Continues to Invest in JCTC Transfer Students

There are many reasons why a student may choose to begin their college career at a community college. So when they are ready to complete a bachelor’s degree, Spalding University wants them to have no doubts about the individualized support system they will have in our community and the financial savings they will access.

Group of Spalding social work grads and faculty, wearing black and blue graduation regalia, pose outside on building steps

Spalding BSSW Program Prepares Underrepresented Minority Students for Career Success, State Report Shows

A report from the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education identified Spalding’s Bachelor of Science in Social Work as a high-achieving academic program that prepares underrepresented minority students for high-demand occupations with earnings that match or exceed their peers.

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Sources:

  1. “WORKING LEARNER INDEX: Study Examines Motivations of U.S. Workers Seeking Education Benefits While on the Job.” Bright Horizons (2019). Retrieved November 3, 2022 https://www.brighthorizons.com/resources/Report/working-learner-index-report.
  2. Percent of US Employers Offering Education Benefits (2020). Statista. (Sep 30, 2022) Retrieved November 3, 2022, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/554081/percent-of-us-employers-offering-education-benefits/.
  3. “Why employees want more than tuition assistance: Trends, insights and statistics from InStride’s latest employee survey of Fortune 500 companies.” InStride. (n.d.) Retrieved November 3, 2022 from https://get.instride.com/rs/988-ADG-844/images/ebook-what-employees-think-about-traditional-education-programs.pdf.
  4. National Center for Education Statistics. (2022). Price of Attending an Undergraduate Institution. Condition of Education. U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences. Retrieved July 20, 2022, from https://nces.ed.gov/programs/coe/indicator/cua.
  5. “20 Best Affordable Schools in Kentucky for a Bachelor’s Degree.” Affordable Schools (2020).Retrieved November 3, 2022, from https://affordableschools.net/affordable-bachelors-degree-colleges-kentucky/.
  6. Hanson, Melanie. “Average Cost of a Master’s Degree” EducationData.org, October 11, 2021. Retrieved November 7, 2022 from https://educationdata.org/average-cost-of-a-masters-degree.
  7. 2023 best value colleges in Kentucky. Niche. (n.d.). Retrieved November 30, 2022, from https://www.niche.com/colleges/search/best-value-colleges/s/kentucky/.