Financial Services Professional Apprenticeship (FSPA)

Now recruiting for the 2022 cohort of the Financial Services Professional Apprenticeship. Students interested in participating should complete the Program Application by clicking here.

Program Overview

With leadership and support from Nationwide, the Financial Services Professional Apprenticeship is an opportunity for students to earn a high-quality, debt-free college degree from Columbus State Community College while working in a paid, part-time role with Nationwide Financial Services. Over the course of five semesters, apprentices will earn their Associate Degree from Columbus State, gain hands-on experience in the financial industry, and be mentored by a Nationwide employee to guide and advocate for them as they progress through the program.

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Program Benefits

You'll earn:

• An industry-recognized Associate of Applied Science degree
• Approximately 1,600  hours of on-the-job training, mentorship, and work experience
• $18 an hour average pay while an apprentice in the program
• Exclusive access to interviews for full-time opportunities upon program completion
• Career readiness & professional development training

Program Eligibility

Eligible academic programs include:

• Business Management AAS
• Finance AAS
• Accounting AAS

 Other eligibility requirements:

• College-readiness status for Math, Writing, and Reading
• Ability to work in the United States

Tuition & Fees Assistance

Ready to Enroll? Have Questions?

Students interested in participating should complete the Program Application by clicking here.

For any other questions or needs, contact Kaylor Ramey by emailing kramey9@cscc.edu or click here to schedule a virtual appointment.