Tuition Reimbursement Information

NAPM is first and foremost an educational organization. In the structure of NAPM, the Professional Development
Committee is responsible for coordinating the educational opportunities for the local membership. In addition to the
various seminars and student programs, N.A.P.M. - Houston's Pro-D Committee also administers the Tuition
Reimbursement Program. The program is available to any regular member in good standing who is attending
an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Supply Management or related field.

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Eligibility

• Candidates must have maintained regular full dues paying membership with ISM / N.A.P.M.-Houston
  (Associate Members, Direct Members and Student Members are not eligible) for at least one year.
   
• Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.  Included are on-line
  institutions, provided they are accredited.
   
• Candidates must be pursuing a college degree in Supply Management or a related field.
   
• Candidates must have demonstrated active involvement within NAPM-Houston, listing volunteer
  activities, committee membership, and events as relevant.
   
• Candidates receiving out-of-pocket expense reimbursement from an employer or other scholarship program
  are not eligible for the Member Tuition Reimbursement Program.
   

 NOTE:  Out-of-pocket expenses may include tuition, fees (building, administrative, parking, lab, etc), books
 or other fees directly related to institutional charges.

 

Criteria for Selection

• A written essay describing why the member should be considered for the program.  The essay should include
  a brief biography including volunteer positions held with N.A.P.M.-Houston, job history, goals and a short
  explanation of how your education will help accomplish your goals.
   
• Applications should include a course history and/or transcripts.
   
• Emphasis will be placed on N.A.P.M.-Houston involvement.
   
• Community involvement will be viewed favorably by the Committee.
   
• Proof of enrollment and course description(s).
   
• Application must be received no later than the 2^nd Tuesday in February (N.A.P.M.-Houston’s February
  general meeting) for all courses completed during the previous calendar year (January through December).
   
• Any recipient wishing to be considered for a subsequent year is required to submit a new application and
  supporting documentation.  A new essay will not be necessary.
   

Requirements for Awards Payment

The number of awards granted will be determined by the amount budgeted annually. This amount will vary in any
given year depending on funding.

There will be no stated minimum or maximum amount awarded to any recipient. Amounts per award, and number
of awards, will be dependent upon the budget and the number of applicants.

 In order to collect an award a recipient will need to demonstrate the following:

• Maintain a minimum GPA of a "B" or above.

• Provide proof of satisfactory completion of each semester (minimum acceptable grade is a B )

• Provide a detailed list of expenditures including copies of original billing documents.

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