Walmart says it will pay 100% of college tuition plus books for its employees.
John Furner, the grocery chain’s president and CEO, talks to ABC News about the impact of COVID-19 and the store supply chain as well as new jobs.The company said Tuesday that it would pay 100% of college tuition and books for associates through its Live Better U education program in an effort to help build avenues for success and long-term career opportunities without the burden of education debt.
"We are creating a path of opportunity for our associates to grow their careers at Walmart, so they can continue to build better lives for themselves and their families,” said Lorraine Stomski, senior vice president of learning and leadership at Walmart, in a."This investment is another way we can support our associates to pursue their passion and purpose while removing the barriers that too often keep adult working learners from obtaining degrees.
The company said that associates who are part of the program will also no longer be required to contribute a $1 per day fee, which had been in place since the program had initially launched.Shoppers walk in front of a Walmart store in San Leandro, Calif., May 13, 2021. "We are thrilled to partner with Guild Education and Walmart in our mission to deliver Arizona’s world-class higher education programs to working adult learners in a flexible, engaging and highly effective way,” said Dr. Robert C. Robbins, president of the University of Arizona, in the statement. Guild Education is Walmart's partner in developing higher education programs.
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