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Premier Perks Commitment
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Premier Perks Commitment

Real Support for Real Success


At Berea, we believe it is important that every student has access to essential tools and resources plus the inspirational experiences and opportunities needed to thrive—both on campus and beyond. Our Premier Perks Commitment adds additional value through exciting—and free—perks designed specifically for you and unmatched by other schools. 

The Berea Difference

236
paid summer internships

$15k+
four-year value of the Premier Perks Commitment

1,500
free laptops issues to students


Through the Premier Perks Commitment, Berea equips you with the resources that make a world-class education possible…and powerful. The elements of this commitment are intentionally organized into three key areas that work together to support your full Berea experience—academically, personally, and professionally.

FREE


Support for Learning and Discovery


At Berea, tuition is just the beginning. We go further by removing barriers to learning so you can focus on what really matters: discovering who you are and what you’re capable of.

  • Free laptop and software – valued at $5,888
  • Paid internships across the country – valued at $4,000+
  • $200 textbook credit for first-year students
  • Free professional conference attendance – valued at $700+
  • Free credentialing in your field – valued at $500+
  • Free tutoring and academic coaching

FREE


Care That Goes Beyond the Classroom


You can’t grow if you’re just getting by. That’s why Berea provides wraparound care—so your health, well-being, and daily needs are fully supported, without added stress or cost.

  • Free unlimited healthcare visits
  • Free unlimited counseling services
  • Free dental care
  • Free essentials in our Bear Essentials Free Store
  • Free wellness program & access to fitness center
  • Free laundry

FREE


Preparation For What Comes Next


Your future starts here – and we help you step into it with confidence. From day one through graduation, Berea equips you with real experience, resources, and financial support to launch your next chapter.

  • Guaranteed 4-year on-campus job through the Labor Program
  • NACE skill development through the Labor Program
  • Free graduate school exam prep & application fees
  • $400 for professional clothing plus travel funding for job interviews
  • $150 for professional association memberships and job search sites
  • Up to $1,000 in relocation funds for graduating seniors

Employers Hire Berea Grads
Jason McKerr
Vice President for Engineering: Management and Automation

I hired my first Berea intern, and she went from intern to senior software engineer in less than 3 years. This has never happened in my experience. I hired my second Berea intern, and he is on the same track. I want to know what you are doing differently at Berea.
Berea College's students outperform expectations in every way: graduation rate, debt, and earnings. That's why we're proud this year to rank Berea the number one school in America.
Washington Monthly
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2025

MONEYWI$E

Begin your financial future with MoneyWi$e! This perk is designed to equip you with essential skills to build lasting financial wellness. You gain the financial knowledge, confidence, and tools to make good decisions during college and after graduation. Program highlights include:

As college students, we’re expected to know how to budget, plan for retirement, invest, understand employer benefits, and so much more without ever really receiving guidance… But thanks to MoneyWi$e, the path to understanding these concepts is accessible and entertaining. You’ll graduate from Berea knowing how to set yourself up for financial success!
Summer
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2025
Summer, Class of 2025, shares her experience with MoneyWi$e Moneywise at Berea College
Graduating college and having to deal with finances, bills, retirement, insurance, and more has felt like a whole new world and is really difficult to navigate” is what I WOULD say if I hadn’t taken MoneyWi$e and been introduced to and prepared for all those topics in a super memorable and engaging way!
Finn
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2025
Finn shares his experience with Moneywi$e Moneywise at Berea College