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EARN A DEGREE DESIGNED TO TAKE YOU PLACES

At Golden Gate University, we prepare today's learners for the job market of tomorrow. That's why we’re partnering with Amazon Career Choice to make going to college accessible and affordable for Amazon employees. As an Amazon Career Choice partner, we deliver on Amazon's commitment to provide eligible employees with best-in-class support on their path to career success at Amazon or elsewhere. Together, we are committed to providing excellent education, job placement resources, and a diverse and supportive student experience.  

GGU has been a leader in adult education for more than a century. Our flexible class schedules and student-centric approach cater to working professionals balancing multiple commitments. We make it easy to earn your degree faster with transfer credits and credits for prior learning and work experience. Whether you’re looking to gain new skills for your current job or you’re ready to start a new career path, GGU is proud to partner with Amazon Career Choice to help you make your goals a reality. 

You're driven, focused, and ready to take the next step in your career. At GGU, you won’t just earn a diploma. You’ll build a foundation for a brighter future. Golden Gate University offers undergraduate degrees and certificates in a variety of fields, from technology and business to accounting and law, all designed to prepare you for the competitive global job market. Our programs are specifically developed for busy working adults and feature flexible course options, small class sizes, and career-focused curriculum. 

EDUCATION CENTERED AROUND YOU

GGU's San Francisco campus is located close to major global companies like Apple, Salesforce, Twitter, and Meta — and we know what they're looking for. Our practitioner instructors teach the skills you need to help you fulfill your career goals.

We know life gets busy. That’s why we offer convenient online courses as well as hybrid classes at our San Francisco campus. You can choose to earn your degree online or in a hybrid mode with occasional required on campus classes per term. 

We grant up to 93 units for previous education, military experience, or work experience. We’ll work with you to determine how your past experience can apply to your degree program. 

FIND A PROGRAM THAT'S RIGHT FOR YOU

Since 1901, Golden Gate University has offered flexible, career-advancing degree programs from the heart of downtown San Francisco. No matter what field you’re interested in, we’re here to help you choose a program that’s the right fit for your future. 

Associate Degrees

• Associate of Arts in General Studies

Bachelor's Degrees

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting 
• Bachelor of Science in Business
• Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics 
• Bachelor of Arts in Law 
• Bachelor of Arts in Management 
• Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership 
• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology 

Career Pathways Certificates

• Accounting Undergraduate Certificate
• Basic Proficiency in Data Visualization with Tableau Undergraduate Certificate
• Basic Proficiency in Programming with HQL Undergraduate Certificate
• Basic Proficiency in Programming with Python Undergraduate Certificate
• Basic Proficiency in Programming with R Undergraduate Certificate
• Basic Proficiency in Programming with SAS Undergraduate Certificate
• Basic Proficiency in Programming with SQL Undergraduate Certificate
• Building and Sustaining Relationships for Organizational Success Undergraduate Certificate
• Finance Undergraduate Certificate
• Human Resource Management Undergraduate Certificate
• Information Technology Undergraduate Certificate
• International Business Undergraduate Certificate
• Leading and Managing through Change and Disruption Undergraduate Certificate
• Management Undergraduate Certificate
• Operations and Supply Chain Management Undergraduate Certificate
• Public Administration Leadership Undergraduate Certificate 

AT GOLDEN GATE UNIVERSITY, OUR DEGREE PROGRAMS 
ARE DESIGNED FOR REAL WORLD WORKING PROFESSIONALS.

AFFORDABLE TUITION FOR AMAZON EMPLOYEES

Earn your degree at little to no cost when you take advantage of the incredible benefits of Golden Gate University’s partnership with Amazon Career Choice. Learn how the partnership with Golden Gate University works below.

START YOUR JOURNEY IN FOUR SIMPLE STEPS

When you’re ready to get started, here are the steps you’ll need to take: 

1. Choose Your Degree Program 
Complete the form above to connect with a GGU Enrollment Counselor and find the program that aligns with your unique career goals. 

2. Submit Your Application 
Apply for admission to your chosen degree or certificate program. Our advisors will work with you through every step of the admissions process. 

3. Enroll in Courses 
Once you are admitted to the university, enroll in courses for an upcoming term through the Golden Gate University portal. 

4. Request Payment from Amazon Career Choice 
After you are accepted and enrolled in courses, you can request payment from Amazon Career Choice.

Visit the Amazon Career Choice website and submit a payment request each term for your chosen GGU program. The request will be sent to the GGU for course confirmation and approval; if approved, Amazon will pay GGU directly. 

Full-Time Employees

Part-Time Associates

Tuition Assistance Available

Credits Paid for by Amazon

Credits Paid for by GGU*

Credits Paid for Out-of-Pocket by Employee*

Maximum Credits Per Year

* $1 per course charge applies

* at discounted rate of $416/credit

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Amazon Career Choice? 
In the U.S., Amazon is investing $1.2 billion to up-skill more than 300,000 employees by 2025 to help move them into higher-paying, in-demand jobs. Amazon’s Career Choice program is an education benefit that empowers Amazon employees to learn new skills for career success at Amazon or elsewhere. Eligible Amazon employees are able to participate in Career Choice after only 90 days of employment, and there is no limit to the number of years you can utilize the benefit as long as you’re employed by Amazon. 

How much will it cost to earn my degree?
Full-time Amazon employees are able to earn their degree virtually debt-free through the GGU and Amazon Career Choice partnership. Up to 30 credits per year will be fully funded by a GGU grant and Amazon tuition assistance for full-time employees. 

Part-time employees can earn a certificate fully funded by taking a maximum of six credits per calendar year. If you’d like to take additional courses within that year, you’ll pay a grant-funded reduced tuition rate of $416 per credit for up to 12 credits and then just $1 per course up to 30 credits in a calendar year, funded by a GGU grant. 

How long can I take to earn my degree? 
As long as you are employed by Amazon, there is no limit to the number of years you can use your Amazon Career Choice benefit. Most students are able to complete their undergraduate degree within four years if taking the maximum of 30 credits per year. You may take longer to complete your degree if you’d like. 

Can I transfer credits from another college or university? 
Yes, GGU accepts up to 93 transfer credits. We can help accelerate your learning by evaluating previous credits and coursework, offering testing for credit, evaluating previous work experience, applying ADT from California community colleges, and applying military training and service toward eligible transfer academic credits. Your Enrollment Advisor will work with you to help determine how many credits may apply toward your GGU program.

I'm a part-time employee. Am I eligible? 
Yes! As a part-time Amazon employee, your Amazon Career Choice funds will cover your tuition costs for up to six credits a year ($2,625). You’ll also receive grant-funded reduced tuition rates for any additional credits you’d like to take. 

YOUR AMAZON CAREER CHOICE BENEFITS GO FURTHER WITH GOLDEN GATE UNIVERSITY

Full-Time Employees

Part-Time Employees

Amazon Career Choice will pay for six credits. Your next six are at a reduced rate, funded by a GGU grant that will also pay for your remaining 18 credits.

Earn Your Degree Faster

At GGU, full-time Amazon employees can take up to a maximum of 30 credits per year for free. 

Choose online or hybrid courses. You have the flexibility to do whatever works best for your life and your career.