Recently, Governor Ricketts, DAS Director Jackson and Southeast Community College President Dr. Illich announced a
new educational benefit that is now available to state teammates beginning May 8, 2022. The Children of State
Teammate Tuition Reimbursement Program will provide tuition assistance to dependents of state teammates attending
any of Nebraska’s community colleges. This program will not only enhance teammates’ work experience, but also help
recruit and retain a strong workforce in state government. This is also a great opportunity for the State to partner
with our community colleges and highlight all they can offer as a top choice in Nebraska for higher education.
We are excited to share initial information about the program, eligibility requirements and how to submit an
Eligibility Verification Request for your child. The attached FAQ provides detailed information and will be updated
as needed. To submit an Eligibility Verification Request, complete the attached form and send it, along with the
required documentation, to the as.employeebenefits@nebraska.gov inbox. Some examples of supporting
documents are birth certificate, adoption records and other legal documentation that show the legal relationship of
your child to you as well as the age of the child. You will be notified regarding the eligibility determination. The
community colleges will be provided a regularly updated list of eligible state teammate children.
Eligibility Requirements:
- A qualifying dependent is defined as any naturally born child, legally adopted child, stepchild, or ward of a
current permanent full-time State of Nebraska employee.
- Qualifying dependents must begin their programs of study between the ages of 18-25 years old and complete their
programs of study by age 27.
Additional information, including how to submit a Child of State Teammate Tuition Reimbursement form will be shared
at a later date. You may email as.employeebenefits@nebraska.gov with questions.
Forms
Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)