The Basics

Through the College Works Scholarship Program you can earn an accredited undergraduate degree online at no cost. To be eligible, you must:

  1. 1. Live or work in one of our partner communities
  2. 2. Be eligible for any amount of tuition reimbursement through your employer

How it Works

Total Cost of Tuition =

Tuition diagram

For more information, see our frequently asked questions.

Your Education

    UniversityNow operates two accredited universities, New Charter University and Patten University. Both schools offer degree programs in business and leadership. Students with a College Works Scholarship can enroll in the following degree programs:

    • Associate of Arts

      • General Studies
      • Business

    • Bachelor of Arts

      • Leadership

    • Bachelor of Science

      • General Business
      • Management/Leadership

    You can begin classes each week at New Charter University and each month at Patten University. Give us a call to learn more about our schools and which one is right for you.

    Our Partner Communities

    UniversityNow is proud to partner with:
    Oakland, Sacramento & San Francisco, California

    UniversityNow Partner Communities
    "Due to cutbacks in public higher education funding, earning a college degree is out of reach for many working adults. I am excited that UniversityNow can offer Sacramento City residents and workers access to its quality online degree programs, cutting-edge learning platform and committed faculty -- at no cost to the student."
    Kevin JohnsonMayor of Sacramento
    "We share UniversityNow’s conviction that the purpose of higher education is to break down barriers and create opportunities for people to achieve their potential. I believe the College Works Scholarship Program could have far-reaching positive effects in the city of Oakland, and I am proud that we are one of the first cities to join the program ..."
    Jean QuanMayor of Oakland

    Next Steps

    Interested in The College Works Scholarship Program?