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The CWA/NETT Union College Benefit

Communication Workers of America (CWA) members work across telecommunications, media, airlines, and the public sector, bringing communication skills and hands-on experience that formal education can build on. The CWA Union College Benefit powered by Edvance gives members and their families access to affordable, 100% online degrees and certificates from accredited schools with discounted tuition, dedicated support, and no cost to explore.

Whether you're ready to move up, finish what you started, or build credentials for something new, there's a program here that fits your goals and your schedule.

FOR CWA MEMBERS & FAMILIES

Make the Most of Your College Benefit

Are you in a CWA member or family of a CWA member? Union College Benefit powered by Edvance offers guidance and support that removes many of the obstacles that keep working adults from finishing a college degree.

Cost: Up to 40% discounted tuition that is stackable with other financial aid.

Choice: We partner with accredited schools and help match you with the right program.

Process: All programs are 100% online, no campus attendance required.

Real Results: Programs focus on in-demand careers.

Your Union College Benefit helps you advance your education and opens the door to new opportunities. You can choose from more than 200 online degree and certificate programs.

In-Demand Skills

Degrees in business, criminal justice, healthcare, marketing, psychology and more.

Flexible Learning

Enroll in online programs that allow you to further your education without pausing your life.

Strong Support

Edvance provides guidance from program selection to graduation.

Use Your Union College Benefit With Our Education Partners

Education Partners

We carefully select colleges and universities that deliver high-quality, career-focused education built for working adults. Our network features accredited, transfer-friendly programs designed to create opportunities for career advancement and stability

Associate Degrees

Associate Degrees

An associate degree is typically a 2-year, 60-credit program. It’s a shorter path for working adults who do not have a degree yet, who want to build career-ready skills now, with the option to transfer credits toward a bachelor’s degree when the time is right. Popular associate degrees among CWA members and families:

We have over 200+ programs in business, management, technology, healthcare and more. Explore on your own or get matched to a best-fit school recommendation.

Bachelor’s Degrees

Bachelor Degrees

Typically a 4-year program or about 120 credit hours, a bachelor’s degree offers a greater depth of knowledge in a field than associate degrees. Popular programs among CWA members and families:

We have over 200+ programs in business, management, technology, healthcare and more. Explore on your own or get matched to a best-fit school recommendation.

Graduate Degrees

Graduate Degrees

Master's and doctoral programs for members who already hold a bachelor's degree and want to go further.  Popular programs among CWA members and families:

We have over 200+ programs in business, management, technology, healthcare and more. Explore on your own or get matched to a best-fit school recommendation.

Certificates & Diplomas

Certificates and Diplomas

Short, focused programs - manageable way to build a specific skill, explore a new area, or add a credential without committing to a full degree  Popular programs among CWA members and families:

We have over 200+ programs in business, management, technology, healthcare and more. Explore on your own or get matched to a best-fit school recommendation.

How the Union College Benefit Works

Union College Benefit powered Edvance offers a straightforward, affordable way to advance your career through education.

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Find Your Program

Fill out the form on this page to quickly identify a school and program that aligns with your goals or explore our school and program listings on your own.

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Complete Your Application

Once you are matched with a school, you receive a link to apply. After you apply, you connect with the school and receive information about your program, costs and transfer credits.

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Maximize Your Benefit

Submit your FAFSA to find out if you are eligible for federal aid, which can further minimize your out-of-pocket costs.

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Enroll and Start Class

Once you are accepted, your academic advisor will work with you to finalize your registration and prepare you to start classes.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Union College Benefits

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