KFC is set to double down on helping its employees get an education
The fast-food chain is offering to pay for 100 percent of college tuition for its employees who enroll at Western Governors University, the company announced on Tuesday.
Employees will have access to the program through the KFC Foundation starting day one of their job, the company said, and they will be able to choose from more than 60 difference bachelor's and master's degree programs at the private online university based in Utah. The program is also non-competitive, meaning that all eligible employees who apply and enroll will get their tuition covered, the company explained.Because Western Governors University offers rolling start dates each month, KFC employees can choose to enroll and start taking classes whenever they like after they're accepted.
"Every year we look for new ways to support and enhance the lives of KFC restaurant employees," said Emma Horn, Executive Director of the KFC Foundation."What better opportunity to be able to offer team members than a flexible college degree program from Western Governors University that can fit seamlessly into their schedule.
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