JM Family nextGRAD Program

Welcome JM Family Associates! You can now earn your degree at FAU while maintaining your full-time career and life responsibilities.

Thanks to the JM Family nextGRAD and FAU partnership, JM Family Enterprises (JMFE) associates qualifying for the nextGRAD program can earn their degrees in convenient and flexible undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

The nextGRAD program fully funds tuition and textbooks, and FAU provides a customized educational path for your future success.

FAU provides full concierge service to all JMFE associates enrolled in the nextGRAD program:

Student Services

FAQS:

Admissions

I am interested in earning an FAU degree approved by JMFE nextGRAD program. How do I get more information about applying, qualifying for specific programs, or other questions I might have?

Explore the approved nextGRAD degree and certificate options
Attend virtual information sessions customized for JMFE nextGRAD associates
Reach out to our nextGRAD team: nextGRAD@fau.edu

If you are unsure about what programs you may qualify for, contact our nextGRAD team:
Undergraduate Admissions: Sylvanna Fahnestock perezs@fau.edu (561) 235-9434
Graduate Admissions: John Carpenter jcarpe17@fau.edu (561) 297-4823

I cannot attend an Information Session, but am interested in connecting with an Advisor. What are my options?

We understand life can be busy. For your convenience, you can schedule a one-on-one conversation with an Advisor to discuss program details, the application process, course schedules, student services and next steps.

Make an appointment for the JM nextGRAD Graduate Programs here: https://fau.libcal.com/appointments?lid=3844
Make an appointment for the JM nextGRAD Undergraduate Programs here: https://fau.libcal.com/appointments?lid=1419&g=6231

I am ready to apply! What is my next step?

Our nextGRAD admissions team is available to guide you through the entire admissions process. Please click one of the degree levels below to get started.

*JMFE determines associate eligibility for the nextGRAD program. All associates are required to submit their eligibility letter from their supervisor to Edcor. FAU determines admission standards for acceptance into the university and specific requirements are set by the various degree and certificate programs.

GRADUATE

Step One: Complete the Supplemental Application for the semester you plan to start. Please be sure to fill out the application completely and upload all required documents so our nextGRAD admissions team can assist you as effectively as possible.

Step Two: Once you have received preliminary acceptance into the program, you will receive the next steps from your Admissions Coordinator.

UNDERGRADUATE

Step One: Complete the Supplemental Application for the semester you plan to start. Please be sure to fill out the application completely so our nextGRAD admissions team can assist you as effectively as possible.

Step Two: Once your completed application has been received, your Admissions Coordinator will reach out to you with next steps.

Academics

How do I get my books and materials for my courses?

The JMFE nextGRAD program covers all books and materials for approved JMFE nextGRAD undergraduate, graduate and certificate courses. Your nextGRAD advisor will assist you each semester as your books and materials will be mailed to your address.

What is the nextGRAD grade policy?

For both undergraduate students and graduate students, the passing grade to have your tuition and course materials covered by JMFE and approved by Edcor is a “C.”

For Graduate students: A cumulative 3.0 GPA average must be maintained on all degree requirements. This is the minimum requirement necessary for a graduate degree at Florida Atlantic University.

Once I am admitted and taking classes, will I have access to an advisor throughout my program?

All students in the nextGRAD Program have a dedicated advisor who supports and guides them throughout their time at FAU. Your advisor will meet with you each semester to create your personalized schedule and to assist with maximizing your success in the program while considering your work/life commitments. Your advisor will be your main point of contact for degree or nextGRAD related questions and will help you interpret academic policies and how they may apply to you.

Financial Services

What is the required process to ensure that my tuition, fees and course materials are paid for each semester?

A wonderful benefit of the nextGRAD Program is that you will not be required to pay for your tuition or course materials at the start of each semester. JMFE will cover these costs in full as long as you have passed your courses and complete the process below for every semester. Your nextGRAD Advisor will thoroughly review this process and important deadlines with you upon admission to your chosen degree or certificate program.

Before classes begin:

Submit a completed registration form to your advisor
Submit your Edcor approval to your advisor

After classes end and your final grade has posted: You will receive two invoices to your FAU email address at the end of each term:

An itemized tuition invoice (including final grades)
A course materials invoice.

You will submit both of these items to Edcor.

How do I report my grades to JMFE at the end of each semester?

JMFE is notified of your passing grades after you have submitted your itemized tuition and course materials invoices to Edcor at the end of each semester. Edcor will provide you with confirmation that your submission has been accepted.

What if I have issues with my Edcor?

Please contact Sharla Ryals at Sharla.Ryals@jmfamily.com