I requested tuition assistance this quarter and it was approved by my employer. about a week ago, i was laid off. i have requested the tuition reimbursement but have received no response. are they under any obligation. problem is no job no money, i put the tuition & fees on my credit card.

YOUR EMPLOYER SHOULD BE MAINTAINING THEIR TUITION PLAN VIA A WRITTEN DOCUMENT THAT SHOULD ADDRESS THIS SITUATION. IF THEIR PLAN IS NOT IN WRITING, YOU ARE AT THE MERCY OF YOUR EMPLOYER. I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF ANY REGULATIONS THAT WOULD REQUIRE TUITION REIMBURSEMENT AFTER BEING LAID OFF.

EMPLOYERS HAVE THE OPTION TO ESTABLISH THEIR OWN POLICY WITH REGARD TO LAID OFF EMPLOYEES.

ASK THEM FOR THE WRITTEN POLICY. GOOD LUCK.