Tuition Waivers

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The State University of New York provides tuition assistance for eligible employees enrolled in courses at a SUNY campus.  The percentage of tuition forgiveness is determined by the individual tuition waiver program, eligible courses, as well as by the funds available.

Tuition Assistance For SUNY Employees (SUNY B-140W)

This program is for state employees who work half-time or more and are eligible to apply for educational assistance through the tuition waiver program (SUNY B-140W).

For UB Employees

If you are a UB employee, please visit the UB Human Resources Office’s website below to read about eligibility and procedures, and to complete the B140W form. 

Complete the Tuition Assistance (B-140W) form

For non-UB Employees

If you are employed at another SUNY school, please contact your employer’s Human Resources Office to find out more about completing and submitting a B140W form.

If you do not see your tuition waiver credited to your student account, please contact your employer's Human Resources Office to confirm if they have received and processed your tuition waiver.

UUP Tuition Free Waiver

This program is for full and part-time state employees who are represented by UUP. Applicants must maintain their employment status with the university for the duration of the course for which the tuition is being waived. Eligibility rules apply. If you do not see your tuition waiver credited to your student account, please contact UB's Human Resources Office to confirm if they have received and processed your tuition waiver.

See the UUP Tuition Free Waiver Eligibility and Application Process

Regardless of your SUNY school, all UUP waivers must be submitted through the UB Human Resources Office. For questions about eligibility or completing the UUP Tuition Free Waiver form, contact the UB Human Resources Office at 716-645-7777.