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This program offers tuition remission for employees, spouses, and dependents at USM institutions, with varying credit limits and taxation rules. Employees can access up to 8 credits per semester and attend any USM institution. Spouses and dependents are eligible for remission towards their first undergraduate degree after the employee has worked for 2 years. Tuition is tax-exempt for employees in graduate-level coursework within set limits.
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Tuition Remission • Employees receive up to 8 credits per semester • May attend any of the USM institutions • Semesters include Spring, Summer and Fall • Spouse/ Dependents of Regular employees are eligible for remission towards their first undergraduate degree after the employee has worked for 2 years • 100% of course load at UMUC per semester • 50% of total course load per semester at other USM institutions • Spouse/ Dependents can attend other USM institution only if major is not offered at UMUC. • Tuition is not subject to taxation for employees enrolled in graduate-level coursework, with the exception of any amounts exceeding$5,250 per calendar year.For spouses and dependents taking graduate-level coursework, the employee is subject to taxation for the entire amount. If you exceed the IRS taxable limit, or your spouse or dependent takes graduate courses, you will be responsible for any applicable taxes.