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KFC Foundation partners with Western Governors University for employee education program

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January 25, 2023

The KFC Foundation has partnered with Western Governors University to offer KFC restaurant employees the opportunity to receive 100% paid tuition when attending the school to earn their degree, according to a press release.

KFC employees can choose from more than 60 bachelor's and master's degree programs and certification programs across business, information technology, education and healthcare. Every eligible employee who applies and enrolls will receive tuition coverage, and access to the school is available beginning day one on the job. The school offers rolling start dates every month, so there's flexibility to enroll.

"Every year we look for new ways to support and enhance the lives of KFC restaurant employees," Emma Horn, executive director of the KFC Foundation, said in the press release. "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. The program at WGU is perfect for someone who may not have enough hours in the day to balance a traditional college experience on top of a full- or part time-job and other life priorities."

Western Governors University is an accredited online university dedicated to making higher education accessible for as many people as possible.

"Talent exists within every individual but the keys to unlock it can vary for each person," Scott Pulsipher, president of Western Governors University, said in the press release. "Tens of thousands of KFC restaurant employees across the country can now further advance their lives, and that of their families and communities, by accessing and completing education programs that are relevant and personalized. I'm thankful that the KFC Foundation has entrusted WGU as its education partner to expand pathways to opportunity for KFC employees."

The KFC Foundation, an independent 501c3 organization, has provided over $25 million to support and empower more than 9,000 KFC restaurant employees, students and community non-profits across the U.S.