United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America
Free College
Earn your degree for free online. The Free College Benefit helps union families continue their college education without piling on thousands of dollars in student debt.
Spring 3 semester starts March 29
For students affected by the Coronavirus pandemic, additional financial aid options may be available to assist with education-related costs (living expenses, child care, etc). Call EGCC at 1-888-590-9009 to discuss your options.
The Union Plus Free College Benefit, brought to you in partnership with AFSCME, ensures that cost is not a barrier to you and your family pursuing a college education.
What is The Union Plus Free College Benefit?
In partnership with Eastern Gateway Community College (EGCC), the Union Plus Free College Benefit offers "last dollar scholarships" that fill the gap between any federal, state and employer education grants for tuition, fees, and e-books for certain online programs at Eastern Gateway. Please note: Only the Free College online degree and certificate programs listed below are eligible for these benefits.
Free College is possible thanks to the early support and enthusiasm of AFSCME, who entered into a collaboration with Eastern Gateway Community College in 2016. Since 2016, thousands of students have taken advantage of millions of dollars in Free College scholarships.
Earn an Associate Degree — completely online, for FREE! Even if you don’t qualify for student financial aid, the Union Plus Free College Benefit will be applied to your balance for tuition, fees and e-books.
Eastern Gateway Community College
Eastern Gateway Community College is a fully accredited, non-profit public institution that is part of the University System of Ohio. Students can enroll in the distance learning program from anywhere in the U.S. The program offers ten associate degrees and two certificate programs. Credits can be transferred to a four-year college.
Degree Programs
- Accounting
- Associate of Arts
- Business Management — with optional certificate programs in: Advertising; Cyber Security; Data Science; Digital and Social Media; Entrepreneurship; Environmental and Conservation Studies; Finance; Hospitality: Food and Beverage Management or Hotel and Event Management; Human Resources; Information Systems/IT Help Desk; Labor Studies; Marketing; Programming and Development
- Criminal Justice
- Teacher Education (Associate of Arts)
- Healthcare Administration
- Health Services
- Individualized Study
- Paralegal
- Professional Office Management
- Social Work
Certificate Programs
- Business Management – with an optional concentration in Accounting
- Patient Navigator
Classes Begin Every 8 Weeks
- Classes are online so they fit into your schedule
- Attend full time or take as little as one class per term
- Credits can transfer to other schools
- Advising and tutoring is available to support students
If you or your family member is a member of one of these unions, click on the link below.
Your questions, answered.
Follow these easy steps to use your Union Plus Free College Benefit:
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Go to unionplusfreecollege.org and select the “Get Started” button and fill out your contact and union information (for membership verification), and your degree interests.
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You will be directed to complete a simple college application form and an online financial aid form (FAFSA). The FAFSA form is a requirement.
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Submit proof of high school graduation or GED completion. Acceptable proof includes official or unofficial high school/GED transcripts, or a copy of your diploma or official college transcript showing Associate Degree or higher. Include any college transcripts, as applicable college credits will be transferred to the new program.
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Work with an enrollment specialist to enroll in classes and start working towards your degree.
As long as your financial aid file is complete, there is no cost to the student, and students are never asked to take out any loans.
Students who apply to Eastern Gateway must have completed high school or a GED program, as well as apply for and use any available federal grants.
The program is available in the United States including Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The following are eligible:
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Dues-paying labor union members of participating unions
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Unemployed, furloughed, laid-off union members
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Retired union members
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Widows/widowers of union members
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Spouses and domestic partners of union members
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Children of union members, including stepchildren and children-in-law (no age limits)
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Grandchildren of union members
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Financial dependents of union members
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Siblings of union members
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Parents of union members
Need help?
If you have additional questions, please start by reading the Union Plus Free College Benefit FAQs.
To request support by phone, call Customer Support at 888-590-9009
(Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET).
To request online support, please send an email to online@EGCCFreeCollege.org or complete the request information form.
I love the flexibility and the fast track of the program. It has worked very well with my schedule.
College is so expensive. I recommend this to all union members I meet. Your family can go to school, and it’s huge.
Your dream of earning a degree can become a reality. Just click the button below to get started on a free college education now.
The Union Plus Free College Benefit, brought to you in partnership with AFSCME, can help you and your family members afford a college education.
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Auto Buying
Union members save an average of $3,470 off MSRP.* Let us help you with your next auto adventure.
Union Plus Auto buying discounts are powered by TrueCar®.
The Union Plus Auto Buying Service is powered by TrueCar and can help you find the right new or used car or truck for your family. Search online for the car you want, then lock in your member savings with a real price that includes incentives, dealer discounts and fees.
Look for the Buy from Home badge to see which dealers offer vehicle delivery, remote paperwork and enhanced vehicle sanitization. Union families who use our service save an average of $3,470 off MSRP.*
Get a $100 rebate on a new union-made car when you purchase using the Union Plus Member Auto Buying Service. Check out the 2020 union-made bestsellers.
- Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Ram 1500
- Chevrolet Equinox
- Ford F-150
- Chevrolet Silverado
- Ford Escape
- Ford Explorer
- Chevrolet Traverse
- Jeep Wrangler
- Chevrolet Malibu
Your questions, answered.
Follow these easy steps to find your new car or truck:
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Step 1: Select the new or used vehicle and options you want and consider a union-made vehicle. View the Market Average, edit your preferred options, incentives and view photos.
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Step 2: Use the TrueCar Price Curve to find see what others in your area paid for the same car.
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Step 3: Enter your contact information to connect with your local dealers, view inventory and get upfront member price offers.
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Step 4: Connect with a Certified Dealer via phone, email or text to answer any questions, schedule a test drive, ask about financing or vehicle delivery options.
If you purchase a new, qualifying union-assembled vehicle, you will receive a check for $100 within 6 to 8 weeks after purchase. (The rebate checks come from Union Plus and not from the dealer).
Union Plus receives a monthly report on the sales activity from the program provider to verify that a rebate check should be sent to a member who purchased a qualifying vehicle. This process is automatic, there are no forms to complete. Keep a copy of your Union Plus Auto Buying referral email that can assist in researching your purchase if you think you qualified for a rebate but did not receive a check.
The Union Plus Auto Buying Service is available in the United States. This car buying service is not available in Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, and Virgin Islands.
The Union Plus Auto Buying Service is available to:
- Dues-paying labor union members of participating unions
- Retired labor union members
- Spouse, domestic partner and children of union members
- Widows/widowers of union members
- Union Plus credit cardholders
Need help?
The Union Plus Member Advocacy Program, staffed by OPEIU Local 2 members, is here to help you resolve any problems. Contact us at 800-472-2005 (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET, weekdays) or online.
Union Plus provides great opportunities and huge discounts! Who doesn't love discounts?
What I’m so impressed by is the fact that Union Plus is providing benefits for and actually caring about hard working Americans.
Just click the button below to search thousands of new and used cars and trucks from every major automaker.
*Between 1/1/20 and 12/31/20, the average savings off MSRP experienced by consumers who connected with a TrueCar Certified Dealer through the Union Plus Auto Buying Service and who were identified as buying a new vehicle from that Certified Dealer was $3,470. Your actual savings may vary based on multiple factors, including the vehicle you select, region, dealer, and applicable vehicle-specific manufacturer incentives, which are subject to change. The MSRP is determined by the manufacturer and may not reflect the price at which vehicles are generally sold in the dealer's trade area, as many vehicles are sold below MSRP. Each dealer sets its own pricing.
**Report the purchase of your new or used car from a Certified Dealer within 45 days and receive additional benefits that could be worth more than $2,000. Some benefits not available in NY or NH. See site for details.
Union members save an average of $3,470 off MSRP.* Let us help you with your next auto adventure.
Shopping Discounts
You can save big bucks on things for your whole family. Union members get exclusive discounts when you shop at national and local retailers you know and trust.
Union Plus Shopping Discounts are powered by Abenity.
Get ready to save when you shop. To access your Union Plus Shopping discounts, visit the Union Plus Abenity website and register or log in. Shop for items that pique your interest under the Top Categories button. You’ll save hundreds of dollars on things you buy every day.
Your questions, answered.
Union Plus shopping discounts are available in the United States. They are not available in Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
To be eligible, you must be:
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Dues-paying labor union members
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Retired union members
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Spouse, domestic partner and children of union members
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Widows of union members
Need help?
If you need help with your Shopping discounts, support is provided by Abenity. Please expect a response to your inquiry within 24 business hours.
For additional support resources, please visit member FAQs.
Another awesome savings offered by Union Plus, thank you for recognizing us union workers! Appreciate all the support.
Union Plus provides great opportunities and huge discounts! Who doesn't love discounts?
What I’m so impressed by is the fact that Union Plus is providing benefits for and actually caring about hard working Americans.
Get exclusive discounts when you shop at national and local retailers you know and trust.
Restaurants
Union members and their families can enjoy delicious meals and get huge discounts when dining out at your favorite restaurants.
Restaurant discounts for union members and their families are powered by Abenity.
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Are you planning your next date night or a fun family night out to eat? Union members can enjoy discounts at local restaurants and many of the popular chains in the country.
To access your Union Plus restaurant discounts, register or log in to the Abenity website for Union Plus members. You'll save at these restaurants and more:
- IHOP
- Macaroni Grill
- Maggiano's
- Lebanese Taverna
- Carrabba's Italian Grill
- Bonefish Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Little Caesars
- Chili’s
- Applebee’s
- Ghirardelli Chocolate
- Habana Village
- Jerry's Subs & Pizza
Your questions, answered.
Access your restaurant discounts in three easy steps:
- Visit the Restaurants page on the Union Plus Abenity website and register or log in.
- Select your restaurant and click the green "Redeem Offer" button.
- Checkout online and then enjoy your meal!
The following are eligible for Union Plus Restaurant Discounts:
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All dues-paying labor union members
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Retired union members
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Spouse, domestic partner and children of union members
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Widows of union members
Union Plus Restaurant Discounts are available in the United States. They are not available in Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
Need help?
Support for your Union Plus Restaurant discount is provided by Abenity. Please expect a response to your inquiry within 24 business hours.
For additional support resources, please visit member FAQ’s.
Another awesome savings offered by Union Plus, thank you for recognizing us union workers! Appreciate all the support.
Union Plus provides great opportunities and huge discounts! Who doesn't love discounts?
What I’m so impressed by is the fact that Union Plus is providing benefits for and actually caring about hard-working Americans.
Dine out for less at your favorite local and national restaurants.
Flowers & Gifts
Flowers are the perfect gift for every occasion, whether you need to tell someone “Happy birthday” or “Get well soon.” Send someone a beautiful flower arrangement or gift basket, and make their day.
Union members save 25% on all Teleflora flowers and GiftTree gift baskets. Your discount will be automatically applied at checkout. Promotion code: BAAUP25
Your discount should be applied automatically. If you encounter any issues accessing your discount, simply type BAAUP25 in the Promotion Code box during checkout.
Your union discount includes:
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25% discount on flowers & gifts per order
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Same-day flower delivery service (If ordered before 2 p.m. Monday-Friday or 12 p.m. Saturday or Sunday in recipient's time zone)
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Unconditional 100% satisfaction guarantee on a wide selection of expertly designed flower arrangements, gifts, green and blooming plants and wreaths
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International service (with three-day delivery guarantee; orders for delivery outside the U.S. and Canada taken by phone only.)
You can get the best bouquet for your buck, just order the Deal of the Day. Let expert florists handpick the freshest, most beautiful flowers to create one-of-a-kind arrangements, all at an affordable price.
Your questions, answered.
Union Plus Discount Flower Delivery is available in the United States.
To be eligible, you must be:
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Dues-paying labor union members of participating unions
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Retired labor union members
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Widows/widowers of union members
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Children, spouse and domestic partners are eligible
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Union Plus credit cardholders
To order flowers and gifts by phone, call 888-667-7779 and reference discount code BAAUP25.
If you need help, contact Teleflora at:
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Phone: 888-667-7779
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Already have a Teleflora account? Log in to your Teleflora account.
It is good to know that Union Plus has negotiated rates with discounts giving union members the best bang for our buck.
Union Plus provides great opportunities and huge discounts! Who doesn't love discounts?
What I’m so impressed by is the fact that Union Plus is providing benefits for and actually caring about hard working Americans.
Save 25% when you send someone a beautiful flower arrangement or gift basket.
Concerts and Events
Get off the sidelines and into the stands. Enjoy exclusive union-member discounts on everything from live bands, professional sports and even Broadway hits.
Exclusive union-member discounts on concerts and events are powered by Abenity.
Access your Union Plus Concerts and Events discount by registering and/or logging into the Abenity website for Union Plus members.
Get discounts on everything fun. Union members save money on:
- NFL Tickets and VIP Packages
- Lion King on Broadway
- Concert Tickets
Your questions, answered.
Visit the Concerts and Events page on the Union Plus Abenity website and register/login.
Choose your concert or event and select the green "Redeem Offer" button.
Check out and then get out there and start having fun!
Union Plus concert and event discounts are available in the United States. They are not available in Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
The following are eligible:
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All dues-paying labor union members
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Retired union members
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Spouse, domestic partner and children of union members
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Widows/widowers of union members
Need help?
Support for your Concert and Events discount program is provided by Abenity. Please expect a response to your inquiry within 24 business hours.
For additional support resources, please visit member FAQ’s.
It was great to be able to afford orchestra seat tickets to a show. It definitely made it a more memorable experience.
Union Plus provides great opportunities and huge discounts! Who doesn't love discounts?
What I’m so impressed by is the fact that Union Plus is providing benefits for and actually caring about hard-working Americans.
Save on sporting events, live bands and Broadway.
Movie Tickets
It's movie night! Union families can get discounted admission tickets to national movie theater chains.
Union-member discounts on movie tickets are powered by Abenity.
Save up to 37% off at your choice of national movie theater chains. Visit the Union Plus Abenity website to view movie showtimes and order your discounted tickets.
- AMC Theaters — Save 37% on AMC® Yellow eTicket. Order online, print and redeem. Some restrictions apply.
- Regal Cinemas — Save up to 25% on Premiere Print-At-Home eTickets (any movie, anytime) with no expiration date.
- Cinemark Theaters — Save 18% on Cinemark's Platinum e-Supersaver eTicket with no expiration date. Redeem online to reserve your seat or at the theatre box office.
Your questions, answered.
Access your Union Plus Movie Discounts in three easy steps.
- Visit the Movies page on the Union Plus Abenity website and register or login.
- Select your movie theater and click the green "Redeem Offer" button.
- Checkout online and then enjoy the show!
Union Plus Movie Discounts are available in the United States. They are not available in Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
The following are eligible:
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All dues-paying labor union members
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Retired union members
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Spouse, domestic partner and children of union members
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Widows/widowers of union members
Need help?
Support for your Union Plus Movie Discount is provided by Abenity. Please expect a response to your inquiry within 24 business hours.
For additional support resources, please visit member FAQ’s.
Another awesome savings offered by Union Plus, thank you for recognizing us Union Workers! Appreciate all the support.
Union Plus provides great opportunities and huge discounts! Who doesn't love discounts?
What I’m so impressed by is the fact that Union Plus is providing benefits for and actually caring about hard-working Americans.
Whether you want a night in on the sofa or a blockbuster for date night — we’ve got you covered.
Attractions & Tours
Family fun has arrived! Save big bucks on attractions and tours plus admission to Disney, Six Flags, Universal Studios and many more parks.
Big union-member savings at big parks, big city tours, the best U.S. attractions and theme parks are powered by Abenity.
Your next family adventure just got a whole lot cheaper. Union members get huge discounts off admission tickets to the most exciting water and theme parks in the world, plus save on tourist attractions and tours.
To access your Union Plus Attractions & Tours discounts, register or log in to the Abenity website for Union Plus members. You'll save on tickets to these popular attractions, tours and parks, and many more nationwide.
- Walt Disney World®
- Universal Studios
- Six Flags
- SeaWorld®
- Adventureland Park
- Aquarium of the Pacific
- Aquatica Nationwide
- Dollywood
- Busch Gardens
- Hersheypark
- LEGOLAND®
Savings available for multiple locations of these amusement and theme parks.
- Big Bus Tours
- CityPASS
- Go Card
- Explorer Pass
- Old Town Trolley Tours
- Fat Tire Tours
- Guggenheim Museum
- Kennedy Space Center
- Madame Tussauds
- Colonial Williamsburg
- Crayola Experience
Savings available for multiple locations of these tours and attractions.
Your questions, answered.
Access your water and theme park discounts in three easy steps:
- Visit the Attractions and Tours page on the Union Plus Abenity website and register or log in.
- Choose your attraction and tour and select the green "Redeem Offer" button.
- Check out and then get out there and start having fun!
The following are eligible for Union Plus Attractions and Tour discounts:
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All dues-paying labor union members
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Retired union members
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Spouse, domestic partner and children of union members
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Widows/widowers of union members
Union Plus Attractions and tours are available in the United States. They are not available in Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
Need help?
Support for your Union Plus Attractions & Tours discount is provided by Abenity. Please expect a response to your inquiry within 24 business hours.
For additional support resources, please visit member FAQ’s.
My vacation was a huge success and so much fun thanks to the discounted theme park tickets!
Another awesome savings offered by Union Plus, thank you for recognizing us Union Workers!! Appreciate all the support.
Union Plus provides great opportunities and huge discounts! Who doesn't love discounts?
Save big bucks on attractions and tours plus admission to Disney, Six Flags, Universal Studios and many more parks.