Employer Sponsored Education
Affordable, Flat-Rate Education Benefits for Your Team Members
Join the growing community of franchise owners and independent operators nationwide providing debt-free pathways to college. Drive retention, improve team engagement and make lasting impact with our turnkey education benefits.

Debt-Free Degrees for Teams, Made Easy
Simplify employer-sponsored education with a flat-rate education benefits subscription that enables employees to earn college degrees without the burden of student loan debt.

$1.29
On average, every dollar invested in tuition assistance yields $1.29 in increased revenue and productivity1

84%
of job seekers consider education benefits important when considering a new job2

82%
of employees said they would be more likely to stay with their employer if they had access to education benefits3
Success Stories: How Education at Work Creates Career Growth and Retention
Simplify employer-sponsored education with our flat-rate education benefits.
Hear from independent operators who have benefited from our quality education at work programs. From entry-level positions to management roles, employer provided education helps QSR employees gain the skills they need to succeed, which will help them retain their team members.
Real Support. Real Degrees. Real Impact.
Debt-Free Quality Education for Teams, Made Easy
Our education benefits extend beyond policy — they provide real degrees that empower your team members to grow and succeed.
- Affordable subscription fee
- Convenient, flat fee billing solutions
- Marketing and communications support including restaurant signage and digital assets to promote your education benefits
- Online customer portal to track Team Member participation and monitor your ROI
- Associate, bachelor's and MBA degrees
- Achievable graduation timelines ranging from 2 to 4 years, depending on program
- Multiple majors or areas of study
- Quality education provided by an accredited university
- Courses all 100% online and designed for the non-traditional, working student
- Asynchronous study
- Career center and student services available for no additional cost

Schedule Your Free Consultation
Meet with our team for a 1:1 session to explore how employer-sponsored education works and what your Team Members can expect.
Choose Your Plan
Select the flat-rate subscription that fits your business needs.
Kickoff with Ficus Education
We’ll provide everything you need, including marketing assets, restaurant signage, and digital tools to maximize engagement.
Launch Debt-Free College for Your Team
Your Team Members can start applying and enrolling in online classes with our accredited university partner.
Ready to Get Started?