Reward Student Achievement with
Tuition Rewards®

Turn Knowlej milestones into potential undergraduate tuition discounts at participating private colleges.

An incentive that helps students and their families plan for future college costs.

As students meet attendance and achievement milestones on Knowlej, Tuition Rewards® points may be earned.
A parent or guardian Sponsor manages the Tuition Rewards® account within SAGE Scholars®.

Why This Matters for Schools and Families

Supports college affordability and postsecondary access
Reinforces that attendance and achievement connect to long term opportunity
Creates an early, tangible pathway for families to plan for college costs
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How can students be eligible?

Students earn Tuition Rewards® Points by participating in school and district programs delivered through Knowlej.

School and district eligibility requirements:
must be an active Knowlej partner

Account setup:
Students age 14 and older can self-register. Students under age 14 require a Sponsor account, typically a parent or guardian)

Additional Program Details:

  • Schools implement Knowlej to increase attendance, engagement, and student achievement.

  • Students participate in Knowlej challenges and milestones through their school.

  • Tuition Rewards® points may be accumulated through verified student engagement on Knowlej.

  • Families can opt in by registering separately with SAGE Scholars® using a secure link.

  • A parent or guardian Sponsor manages the Tuition Rewards® account in SAGE Scholars® and assigns points to the student.

  • If the student applies to and enrolls at a participating private college, the college may apply the tuition discount in accordance with its policies and deadlines.

  • 1 Tuition Rewards® point equals $1 in guaranteed minimum tuition discounts, subject to each participating college’s maximums.

  • The maximum discount is up to 1 full year of tuition, spread evenly across 4 undergraduate years.

  • Program deadlines apply, including point-assignment and college-submission timelines set by SAGE Scholars® and participating colleges.

  • Tuition Rewards® points are not money and have no cash value.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Tuition Rewards® Points?

Tuition Rewards® Points are part of a tuition discount program administered by SAGE Scholars®. Participating private colleges provide the tuition discounts as institutional aid, subject to program rules, deadlines, and college maximums.

Is this optional, and who signs up?

Participation is optional and parent-directed. Families opt in by registering separately with SAGE Scholars® using a secure link and accepting SAGE Scholars® terms.

Does Knowlej guarantee college admission or tuition discounts?

No. Knowlej does not guarantee college admission or tuition discounts. Discounts are available only if a student is admitted and enrolls at a participating private college and meets program requirements and deadlines.

Who provides the tuition discount, and who runs the program?

Participating colleges offer tuition discounts. SAGE Scholars® administers the Tuition Rewards® accounts and program requirements. Knowlej verifies eligible student milestones on the platform.

How do Tuition Rewards® Points convert to tuition discounts?

1 Tuition Rewards® point equals $1 in guaranteed minimum tuition discounts, subject to each participating college’s maximum.

How much can my student earn in tuition discounts?

The maximum discount is up to 1 full year of tuition, spread evenly across 4 undergraduate years, subject to each participating college’s maximums.

What costs do Tuition Rewards® apply to?

Tuition Rewards® apply to undergraduate tuition only and do not cover fees, room, board, or books.

When and how are discounts applied to a college bill?

If a student applies to and enrolls at a participating private college, the college may apply the tuition discount in accordance with its policies and deadlines.

Are there deadlines I should be aware of?

Yes. Program deadlines apply, including point-assignment and college-submission timelines set by SAGE Scholars® and participating colleges.

Are Tuition Rewards® Points cash or a savings account?

Tuition Rewards® Points are not money and have no cash value. They are not a 529 plan, savings account, stock, or financial asset, and can only be used as eligible undergraduate tuition discounts at participating private colleges, subject to program rules and college requirements.

About SAGE Scholars

SAGE Scholars® is a college access and affordability organization founded in 1995. Their core programs include Tuition Rewards® and FastTrak®, which support early planning, college discovery, and guaranteed minimum tuition discounts at participating private colleges and universities.

Contact the
Knowlej Team

To explore offering Tuition Rewards® Points in your school or district, contact:

Mark Merrill
VP of Partnerships
mark@knowlej.io

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