Hood College Expands NeighborHOOD Partners Program to Offer Significant Educational Benefits to Frederick Employees

Participants eligible to receive tuition discounts up to $33,000

FREDERICK, Md., Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hood College has announced expanded benefits for its NeighborHOOD Partners Program, a unique initiative designed to make higher education more affordable for employees of local organizations and their families. The program underscores Hood's long-standing commitment to strengthening the region's workforce and investing in lifelong learning.

The newly redesigned program provides more than 60% off total tuition (up to a $33,000 annual discount) for full-time undergraduate students, as well as up to 25% off annual tuition for graduate, doctoral and certificate programs. Eligible participants include employees of partner organizations, their spouses and their dependents.

NeighborHOOD Partners include the following founding partners:

• Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
• Frederick County Chamber of Commerce
• All Frederick County Chamber of Commerce Member Businesses
• Frederick Health
• Frederick County Public Schools
• Frederick County Government
• Frederick City Government

For more information about eligibility and benefits, visit hood.edu/neighborhoodpartners.

About Hood College
Hood College is an independent, liberal arts college, offering 30 bachelor's degrees, four pre-professional programs, 20 master's degree programs, three doctorates and 13 post-baccalaureate certificates. Located in historic Frederick, near Washington, D.C., Baltimore and the I-270 technology corridor, Hood gives students access to countless internships and research opportunities.

SOURCE Hood College