MA State Tuition Reimbursement Info
Express Program Fund
IMPORTANT UPDATE: It was announced April 7, 2025 that funding for training grants from the Workforce Training Fund Program has been exhausted for State Fiscal Year 2025 (July 2024 – June 2025). Applications for both the Express Program and General Program grants have been paused until funds for the State Fiscal Year 2026 (July 2025 – June 2026) are available. While specific dates are not yet available, we hope applications can be submitted again in July 2025.
Companies with full-time Massachusetts employees are eligible for reimbursement for Vivo Group programs through the state's Express Program which is funded through payroll taxes.
*NEW* Starting October 2024
- Companies up to 50 MA employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement
- Companies with 51-100 MA employees are eligible for 50% reimbursement
Fine Print:
- Up to $15,000/year in reimbursements per company per calendar year
- Up to $3,000/employee/course
- Must file all paperwork at least 3 weeks in advance of training
- More Guidelines & Requirements Here
Email express@commcorp.org if you have any questions.
Complimentary Information Sessions
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Timeline for Applications
1 Month or more before training starts:
Apply for a COGS (Certificate of Good Standing from the MA Dept of Revenue) from the state APPLY HERE
The COGS takes a couple of days to receive, but it is good for 6 months.
TIP: If you can, ask folks from your financial department to apply for the COGS since they are more likely to have the required information, such as your company's MassTaxConnect account login.
Email express@commcorp.org if you have any questions.
NOTE: Obtaining the COGS has been the most difficult part of the process for our clients. It must be a MA DOR COGS – no others will work. Also small discrepancies such $50 must be resolved to receive it.
3 Weeks or more before training starts:
File your application: APPLY HERE
You will need information including:
- The Course ID (see below for Vivo Group courses)
- List of employees to be trained
- Current # of Employees Working in Massachusetts (Total Includes Full-Time and Part-Time)
- Training Start Date (at least 21 days from application
Email express@commcorp.org if you have any questions.
4 Days before training starts:
Make sure you have signed and returned the Agreement the state has sent you through DocuSign. You MUST sign this agreement in order to receive funding.
TIP: Your signed agreement is good for 24 months in case training is delayed, even into the next calendar year. Therefore, it is to your advantage to apply now!
Email express@commcorp.org if you have not received your application.
After training:
Submit your Reimbursement Request along with an invoice and proof you have paid Vivo Group. The state says you will be reimbursed within 30 days.
Email express@commcorp.org if you have any questions.
Vivo Group Eligible Programs Include:
For more information about each of these programs click here
Core Leadership Programs
- Transition To Leader/Manager Bootcamp C-2418
- Influential Leadership For Science And Technology Managers C-1829
- Influential Communication For Leaders And Managers C-2911
Specialty Leadership Programs
- Advanced Leadership for Mid-Level Managers in Science and Technology C-2017
- Coaching Skills for Science and Technology Leaders C-10868
- Delivering Ideal Performance Feedback C-2364
- Managing Change In Science And Technology Organziations C-4902
- Leading and Managing Teams in Innovative Organizations C-5005
- Managing Hybrid And Virtual Teams C-1985
- Project Management Fundamentals C-3278
- Resilient Leadership C-5003
For All Levels
- Transition From Academia To Business C-4795
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Fundamentals for Life Sciences C-10879
- Effective Meetings C-2885
- Influence Without Authority C-1975
- Interview Training C-4870
- Managing "Up" and Influencing Bosses C-6127
- Negotiation & Collaboration Skills C-6129
- Science and Technology Presentation Skills C-10866
- Setting Clear Goals for Success C-6128
- Strategic Time Management C-5184
For more information about each of these programs click here