Elevate your career at UChicago Medicine
Earn a non-clinical Associate and Bachelor’s degree in as little as 2-3 years, all while working full-time.
With UCM's tuition reimbursement, your employer can contribute up to $4,000 annually toward your education.
Upcoming deadlines: 8/24/26 & 10/26/26
Degree offerings and tuition cost
Through our partnership with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), you can earn your degree in:
- Associate of Arts (AA) in General Studies or Healthcare Management
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Management, Communications, or Healthcare Management
Please note that Rivet School does not offer Master's degrees or clinical programs (nursing, BSN, RN, imaging, etc).
$2,400/term is the most you'll ever pay — and most students pay far less. Federal financial aid and UCM Health tuition reimbursement can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs. Three terms a year, flat fee, no surprises. Only pay for the terms you're actively enrolled in.
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Why should you attend?
Learn about tuition, financial aid, and affordable degree pathways.
See how we support students with 1:1 coaching and comprehensive wraparound services.
Review the application process and how to apply.
Participate in a live Q&A session to get all your questions answered.
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Submit an interest form to learn more and begin the application process.
Our Partnership with UChicago Medicine
Step 1: Apply
The Rivet School experience begins when you submit an interest form.
After you submit an interest form, you'll be directed to the application process, where your Admissions Specialist will help answer your questions, create a financial plan, and assist you in selecting your major.
Already have college credits? Transferring your eligible credits can help you save time and money by reducing the number of projects you need to complete your degree. We’ll walk you through each step of SNHU's evaluation process and help you make the most of your previous coursework.
Through Rivet School and UCM's partnership, you’ll access:
- Flexible academic scheduling to balance work and school
- A dedicated college coach you'll meet with weekly for goal-setting, accountability, and resources
- Career support for resume assistance, interview prep, and internship opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement through UChicago Medicine, up to $4,000 annually for full-time staff, and $2,000 annually for part-time staff
- Additional supports like loaner laptops and emergency grants through the Riveter Support Fund
Step 2: Try it free
Once you're accepted to Rivet School, you'll start with a six-week free trial called onboarding to see if Rivet School is the right fit. You’ll meet your dedicated college coach, connect with peers, and begin earning credits toward your degree. If you decide it’s not for you, you can exit with no financial obligation.
Step 3: Earn your degree
Earn college credits by completing self-paced, real-world projects instead of sitting through traditional lectures or exams. Through our competency-based curriculum, as soon as you demonstrate mastery of a concept or skill, you can move on. The faster you go, the less you pay for your degree.
We simplify college by pairing an accredited online degree with real-world support.
AFFORDABLE
Tuition for all programs is $7,175 per year. Your actual cost may be lower depending on your financial aid eligibility.
ACCELERATED & FLEXIBLE
On average, Riveters graduate with their AA and BA in less than 2-3 years.
CAREER FOCUSED
Continue to receive free career coaching and job placement support for nine months after graduation.
What Riveters are saying
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