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Thomas Jefferson University offers reduced tuition to Cecil alumni, staff and faculty

Published on July 16, 2024

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Partnership through the Community College Educational Alliance Program seeks to empower the ecosystem of Cecil College  

NORTH EAST, Md: Thomas Jefferson University and Cecil College announce the creation of an exciting new partnership that will provide reduced tuition, collaborative initiatives and a wide range of degree and certificate opportunities aimed at fostering career advancement and lifelong learning for Cecil College’s staff, faculty and members of the Board of Trustees and their immediate family members, and alumni.

Through the Community College Educational Alliance Program, those who choose to take advantage of this partnership will take the next step in their academic journey, expand their expertise in a challenging job market, and ultimately make an impact in their chosen career, with the discounted tuition making the process more accessible for families.

“At Jefferson, we understand the profound impact that collaboration has in shaping a dynamic educational environment,” says Dr. Susan Aldridge, president of Thomas Jefferson University. “Collectively, through this program, we are cultivating the growth of a robust and resilient ecosystem, to enhance the lives of its members within the community at both Jefferson and Cecil College.”

“I am delighted to announce this exciting new partnership between Cecil College and Thomas Jefferson University. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to providing exceptional educational opportunities to our community. This program is designed to support the career advancement and lifelong learning of Cecil College’s staff, faculty, members of the Board of Trustees, their immediate family members, and our alumni. By leveraging the resources and expertise of Thomas Jefferson University, we are making higher education more accessible and attainable for our community,” said Cecil College President Dr. Mary Way Bolt.

Jefferson offers an extensive selection of over 200 degrees and certificate programs, in ten Areas of Interest, which provide a diverse range of options to tailor an academic journey. These areas drive students beyond the traditional limits of academics to inspire change and test just how far we can take what we know and include:

  • Architecture
  • Business
  • Design
  • Engineering
  • Fashion & Textiles
  • Health
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Science
  • Social Science

The partnership offers discounted tuition designed to enrich academic journeys while helping to alleviate financial burdens. Benefits include:

  • Up to 50 percent discount on select undergraduate programs
  • 10 percent discount on select graduate degrees, certificates, and doctoral programs

To explore the full spectrum of reduced tuition rates, access the comprehensive list Jefferson.edu/Cecil.

Eligible to participate through Cecil College are:

  • Current employees and faculty (including part-time).
  • Active Board of Trustees members.
  • Immediate family members of employees, faculty, and trustees.
  • Alumni (excluding immediate family members).

For more information, visit Jefferson.edu/Cecil.

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About Cecil College

Located in Cecil County, Md., Cecil College continues to be a catalyst for the region’s economic growth and enhanced quality of life. The College has a diverse student population, with approximately 2,200 credit students and 2,300 non-credit students, and includes campuses in North East and Elkton. Cecil offers 70+ associate degrees, certificate programs, and non-credit classes. Noteworthy distinctions include the designation as a National Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Cecil College is a Maryland Junior College Athletic Conference member in all sports and competes in the National Junior College Athletic Association. The College fields men’s baseball, basketball, and soccer; and women’s basketball, softball, and volleyball.

About Thomas Jefferson University

Thomas Jefferson University, founded in 1824 as the Jefferson Medical College, is today a national doctoral research university and a pioneer in transdisciplinary, professional education. Home of the Sidney Kimmel Medical College and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, Jefferson is a preeminent academic institution delivering high-impact education in over 200 undergraduate and graduate programs to 8,300 students across 10 colleges. The University’s academic offerings now include architecture, business, design, engineering, fashion, health, medicine, science, social science and textiles. Jefferson is redefining the higher education value proposition with an approach that is collaborative and active; increasingly global; integrated with industry; focused on research across disciplines to foster innovation and discovery; and technology-enhanced. Student-athletes compete as the Jefferson Rams in the NCAA Division II Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference.