Atlanta, Georgia – Papa Johns, through its Dough & Degrees program, has announced a new partnership with NUC University to support its employees in furthering their education. This collaboration, facilitated through NUC University’s ElevatEd corporate partnership program, will provide eligible Papa Johns team members with the opportunity to pursue degree programs at little to no cost.
NUC University, a leader in higher education with a 40-year legacy and more than 10,000 graduates annually, is committed to empowering working adults with flexible, high-quality education. Through ElevatEd, NUC University offers institutional scholarships that, when combined with employer tuition assistance, eliminate the need for student loans.
“Our team members are the heart of our business, and we believe investing in their education is one of the most impactful ways to support their growth,” said Chad Jones, Sr. Manager, Career Development & Learning at Papa Johns. “Through our Dough to Degrees program and this exciting partnership with NUC University, we are making higher education more accessible and affordable for our employees, helping them achieve their personal and professional goals.”
NUC University’s ElevatEd program provides hybrid and 100% online degree programs in both English and Spanish, ensuring accessibility for Papa Johns diverse workforce. Employees will have access to a variety of associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degree programs designed to align with career advancement opportunities within the company and beyond.
“We are thrilled to partner with Papa Johns in their commitment to employee development,” said Michael Bannett, CEO of NUC University. “At NUC University, we are dedicated to expanding access to quality education and supporting working adults in achieving their academic and career goals. Through this partnership, ElevatEd helps Papa Johns’ team members pursue higher education in a way that is both flexible and affordable.”
This initiative is part of a broader effort by Papa Johns to provide employees with career development opportunities, reinforcing its commitment to fostering an engaged and empowered workforce.
For more information about the partnership and how employees can enroll, visit https://partnership.nuc.edu/papajohns/ or contact partnership@nuc.edu.
About Papa Johns
Papa Johns International, Inc. (NASDAQ: PZZA) opened its doors in 1984 with one goal in mind: BETTER INGREDIENTS. BETTER PIZZA®. Papa Johns believes that using high-quality ingredients leads to superior quality pizzas. Its original dough is made of only six ingredients and is fresh, never frozen. Papa Johns tops its pizzas with real cheese made from mozzarella, pizza sauce made with vine-ripened tomatoes that go from vine to can in the same day and meat free of fillers. It was the first national pizza delivery chain to announce the removal of artificial flavors and synthetic colors from its entire food menu. Papa Johns is co-headquartered in Atlanta, Ga. and Louisville, Ky. and is the world’s third-largest pizza delivery company with approximately 6,000 restaurants in approximately 50 countries and territories. For more information about the company or to order pizza online, visit www.PapaJohns.com or download the Papa Johns mobile app for iOS or Android.
About NUC University
With over 40 years of experience and more than 10,000 graduates annually, NUC University is a leader in accessible online education. Through its ElevatEd program, NUC offers institutional scholarships and flexible learning opportunities, ensuring students can achieve their educational goals with minimal to no out-of-pocket costs. For more information, visit https://partnership.nuc.edu/
