Franklin University U-Learn Scholarship for Roofers and Waterproofers Union Apprenticeships

Franklin University U-Learn Scholarship

Overview: A partnership between Franklin University, Employee Benefit Systems Inc., and the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers to offer a tuition-free undergraduate education and tailored educational pathway for union members and their families.

Award Amount: Full undergraduate scholarship covering tuition (tuition-free education)

Program Details:

One candidate selected each year

Full undergraduate scholarship to complete an associate or bachelor's degree

Available degree programs: A.A.S. in Business Administration and B.S. in Applied Management

Eligible Applicants:

Union members

Family members of union members

Key Features:

Franklin's U-Learn Program: Access to flexible, affordable, adult-centered educational model

Free Textbooks: Included with U-Learn program

Flexible Schedules: Online options allowing students to continue working

College Credit for Apprenticeships: Apprenticeship graduates receive 36 semester hours of technical credit upon enrollment

- 27 technical credits applied to A.A.S. in Business Administration (33 credits remaining)
- 36 technical credits (9 additional) applied to B.S. in Applied Management (55 credits remaining)

Dedicated Advising: Personalized guidance from admission to graduation

Career Advancement Support: Preparation for supervisory roles, project leadership, small-business ownership

Technical Credit Details:
Based on U.S. Department of Labor-registered apprenticeship completion for Roofers & Waterproofers National Apprenticeship Guideline Standards

Contact Information:
Franklin University
Website: www.franklin.edu/roofers
Email: partners@franklin.edu
Phone: (614) 947-6288