Our Education Benefits

Why Ficus Education

Affordable, Flat-Rate Education Benefits for Your Team Members

At Ficus Education, we believe in the power of education to transform careers, strengthen teams, and drive business success. As a leader in employer-sponsored education benefits, we offer a unique, data-driven solution that empowers employees to pursue their educational goals without the burden of tuition fees. Whether you're an employer looking to provide value-added benefits for your team, or an educational institution seeking to expand access to higher education, Ficus Education provides a seamless, impactful solution.

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The Ficus Advantage: What Sets Us Apart

Ficus Education is more than just an education benefits facilitator. We stand out in a crowded marketplace with our comprehensive approach, commitment to personalized support, and proven track record of success. Here’s what makes our offering unique:

Debt-Free College Access: Our program can eliminate the financial barrier of the cost for your employees, offering them the opportunity to earn degrees without student loans or out-of-pocket costs—only textbooks and minimal administrative fees.
Employer-Centric Model: Ficus Education focuses on maximizing the impact of education benefits for both employees and employers. By providing a seamless, turnkey solution, we ensure businesses are able to engage team members meaningfully while investing in their development.
Comprehensive Support: From enrollment to graduation, our team provides dedicated support every step of the way. We work closely with employers to ensure that the education journey is as smooth as possible for team members.
Customizable Solutions: Whether you’re a single-location business or a large institution, we offer flexible partnership options that meet your needs, ensuring you get the most value from our education benefits program.

Our process is designed to be straightforward and hassle-free, so you can start seeing the benefits of education for your employees and business right away. Here’s how it works:

Step 1: Partnership Setup
Partnering with Ficus Education is easy. We work directly with business owners, franchise owners or your HR team to integrate employer-sponsored education into your existing employee benefits. You’ll receive a full marketing toolkit—flyers, posters, and digital resources—to help your team understand the opportunity and start their degree journey with confidence.

Step 2: Employee Enrollment
Team members enroll in flexible, online degree programs at Point University. With 25+ accredited programs across associate, bachelor’s, and master’s levels, employees can pursue their goals while continuing to work. The university's enrollment team handles everything, making the process seamless for your staff.

Step 3: Ongoing Support
The university provides academic advising and year-round enrollment to support student success. Meanwhile, Ficus Education offers regular updates, progress tracking, and customer support to ensure the program works for both your business and your team.

Step 4: Graduation & Growth
Graduates gain skills that improve job performance, leadership potential, and loyalty. Employers benefit from stronger retention, higher engagement, and a future-ready workforce, proven by hundreds of debt-free college completions.

Proven Impact: Attract Employees, Reduce Turnover & Drive Business Success

The benefits of offering education through Ficus Education extend far beyond debt-free college. Our data-driven approach shows that companies who invest in their employees’ education experience significant, measurable success.

Attract Top Talent: In today’s competitive job market, employees are increasingly prioritizing companies that offer career development opportunities. By partnering with Ficus Education, you position your business as a top choice for motivated, growth-oriented candidates. Education benefits help you stand out and appeal to the best talent.
Reduce Employee Turnover: Companies offering education benefits have seen up to 30% higher employee retention. Providing a pathway to debt-free college increases employee loyalty, reducing the costs and disruption of turnover. Employees are more likely to stay with a company that invests in their professional growth.
Drive Employee Engagement: Employers report up to 25% higher employee engagement when offering education benefits. Employees feel more valued and supported, leading to improved job satisfaction and productivity.
Boost Business Outcomes: The positive effects of education go beyond retention and engagement. Companies with employees who pursue higher education often see enhanced innovation, leadership development, and business performance. Education isn't just an employee benefit—it's an investment in your organization's long-term success.

Education Partner

Founded in 1937, Point University is an accredited four-year university located in West Point, Georgia. This private, Christian university provides online education for students to earn associates, bachelor's or master's degrees. Point University offers a character core path for students not interested in biblical studies. The online program, Elevate, provides the following:

Asynchronous learning — no set login times, offering more flexibility for working, non-traditional students who have different work schedules or reside in varying time zones
Online courses completed in 8-week sessions
25 majors across associate, bachelor's and master's degrees
Achievable graduation timelines — team members can earn a degree in 2- to 4-years depending on the program

Meaning Behind Our Name

The hardy Ficus tree stabilizes soil and prevents erosion by forming a deep root system. The dropped leaves of a Ficus tree enrich the soil with nutrients and create a fertile environment for growth.

The relationship between employers, employees, and the wider community can be compared to the story of the Ficus tree and its deep root system. Just as the Ficus tree stabilizes the soil and prevents erosion, employers can provide a stable and supportive environment for their employees to grow via college education by partnering with Ficus Education.