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JavaScript is Disabled For the best experience and to ensure full functionality of this site, please enable JavaScript in your browser. Skip to main content area. Site Navigation Home Degree Programs FAQ’S Testimonials GIFT CARD Discount College Programs Popular Transfer Courses CALL US: (888)590-9009 The OPEIU Free College Benefit APPLY NOW Opens mobile navigation. Click to call. 8885909009 Site Mobile Navigation Home Degree Programs FAQ’S Testimonials GIFT CARD Discount College Programs Popular Transfer Courses Important notice: Furloughed or laid off union workers and their extended family are all eligible to enroll in Free College. The interested student should complete an inquiry form and follow the enrollment steps. GET STARTED (Click Here) *Have your local union number ready. For help locating your OPEIU local union number please call toll free: 800-346-7348 or email: frontdesk@opeiu.org Imagine What You Can Achieve with the FREE COLLEGE BENEFIT Through the OPEIU Free College benefit, you and your family members can now earn an associate degree completely online – for FREE. NOW OFFERING! SOCIAL WORK DEGREE • HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION DEGREE • ENVIRONMENT and CONSERVATION FOCUS of BUSINESS MANAGEMENT DEGREE • PROFESSIONAL OFFICE MANAGEMENT • TEACHER EDUCATION (Associate of Arts) • CYBER SECURITY • DIGITAL AND SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING • ADVERTISING • PROGRAMMING AND DEVELOPMENT • DATA SCIENCE • HOSPITALITY - EVENT MANAGEMENT • HOSPITALITY - HOTEL AND CONVENTION MANAGEMENT Download Your Free College Flyer Click Here For Free Associate Degree Options Looking to get your associate degree for FREE? Union members and their family members are eligible for many FREE degree programs. Click Here For Discounted Programs Take your skills to the next level with a discounted associate degree or certificate for pennies on the dollar. This includes Medical Coding and Information Technology. Click Here For Low Cost Bachelor's Degree Programs You asked for it, and now it's finally here: Your union has partnered with Central State University to bring members and their families a bachelor's degree at an extremely reduced rate! Free College Testimonial Why Get Your Degree? A Degree Makes A Difference Balance Online classes let you balance life’s demands, making it possible to go back to school while you continue to work. FLEXIBLITY You can choose either 8 weeks or 16-week classes, and 24/7 access means you can work on assignments any time of day, anytime during the week! CREDIBILITY Graduate from a respected, regionally accredited academic institution. EGCC is governed by the Ohio Department of Higher Ed and is part of the University System of Ohio. ASSURANCE EGCC is transfer-friendly. They strive to ensure you get as much credit as possible toward your degree for previous work. And the credits and degree you earn at EGCC are transferable to colleges all over the country. Last dollar scholarship ensures no out of pocket cost for tuition or fees. To be eligible, students must simply apply for federal financial aid and apply any grants or tuition reimbursement to their EGCC bill. EGCC will work with you to ensure that any previous college work or relevant work or military experience counts toward your degree. Eastern Gateway Community College is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, so credits you earn are transferable. Over half of all college students choose community college to begin their higher education and they provide students with a solid foundation to continue their education. Now Enrolling For Fall Classes Starting August 17, 2020 HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS Request Information The OPEIU Free College Benefit With the OPEIU Free College Benefit, you and your family members can earn an associate degree online from a public, accredited community college – with no out-of-pocket costs to you. This can save you thousands of dollars. And the process is simple. OPEIU Members Retired OPEIU Members FAMILY OF OPEIU Members The Free College Benefit covers any amount for tuition, fees or books that is not covered by Federal or Employer education grants. Family of OPEIU members are defined as children (or stepchildren), grandchildren (or step-grandchildren), spouses, parents, brothers and sisters, sons and daughter in-laws, domestic partners, and financial dependents. DEGREE PROGRAMS CONTACT US START NOW, YOUR FREE COLLEGE BENEFIT AWAITS Your dream of going back to school can become a reality. It all starts with the decision to take action. It's as easy as 1-2-3! 1. Apply to Eastern Gateway. (Click Here) 2. Complete the 2019-2020 FAFSA for Spring 2020 classes. (If you’re planning on Fall 2020 classes, please also complete the 2020/2021 FAFSA). (Click Here) 3. Provide proof of High School graduation or GED completion. Acceptable proof includes official or unofficial High School/GED transcripts OR a copy of your diploma OR official college transcript showing Associate Degree or higher. (Click Here) 2020 ACADEMIC YEAR UPCOMING START DATES FALL (1) START AUGUST 17, 2020 FALL (2) START OCTOBER 12, 2020 Home FAQ’S Contact Us Privacy Policy OPEIU Free College Benefit® | All rights reserved....