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Starbucks College Achievement Plan (SCAP) Frequently Asked Questions

Effective May 17, 2021

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Contents

The Basics 4

Why is Starbucks partnering with Arizona State University (ASU)? 4

Who is eligible for the Starbucks College Achievement Plan (SCAP)? 4

What types of degrees are offered? 4

Is an online degree as valuable as a traditional degree? 4

What is the total amount of credit hours covered within the SCAP benefit? 4

What happens if I switch majors, fail a class or withdraw from a class? 4

How many classes should I take and what is the of time commitment? 4

What kinds of support services will I receive as a part of the program? 5

Program Coverage: Finances 5

What should I expect to pay upfront for my tuition and fees? 5

How does the upfront tuition payment work? 5

Who can I talk to about my specific financial situation? 6

Will I have to pay tax on this benefit? 6

How do I keep track of the total Starbucks Tuition Benefit I have received in a calendar year? 6

How can taxes impact my paycheck? 6

Applying 7

I want to sign up. What do I do? 7

How soon can I start classes? 8

How do I know if my existing credits will transfer to ASU? 8

Do I need to submit transcripts I received in another country as part of the application process? 8

Program Eligibility 9

How do I determine if I am eligible to start taking classes? 9

What does it mean to have a complete ASU financial aid file? 9

How do I establish and maintain my Starbucks Benefits eligibility? 9

How does my initial Starbucks Benefits eligibility impact my SCAP participation? 9

How do the semi-annual Starbucks Benefits Eligibility audits impact my SCAP participation? 10

What happens if I lose benefits eligibility while I’m studying at ASU? 10

I’m not benefits-eligible yet, but I want to take part in this program. How can I get started? 11

Are my family members eligible for SCAP? 11

I'm not a U.S. citizen. Am I eligible to participate in SCAP? 11

Leave of Absence & Separation from Starbucks 11

What if I take a leave of absence from work? 11

If I leave Starbucks midway through an ASU semester, can I still use the benefit? 11

If I leave Starbucks before I graduate, will I have to pay anything back? 11

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Program Coverage: Degree Types 12

Is an associate degree offered through SCAP? 12

Are second bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees or doctoral programs offered through SCAP? 12

What if I want to take part in SCAP, but ASU doesn’t offer the degree program I want? 12

Other Colleges/Campus Enrollment 12

Can I attend ASU on campus? 12

Can I apply the SCAP benefit to my current college or attend ASU at the same time? 12

I’m currently enrolled at another school. Would I have to transfer immediately to get this benefit? 12

Does Starbucks offer any alternate educational assistance? 12

Other 13

How long must I continue working for Starbucks after I earn my degree? 13

Can I take advantage of Study Abroad opportunities at ASU? 13

How can I connect with fellow SCAP scholars? What is Workplace? 13

How do I get an ASU apron pin? 13

How do I request SCAP swag, posters or flyers to share at an event? 13

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The Basics

Why is Starbucks partnering with Arizona State University (ASU)?

We spent considerable time looking for the right collaboration for our partners. ASU’s mission, values and brand are a good match to our own. ASU can stand side-by-side with Starbucks to offer a high-quality education, at scale, to all of our benefits-eligible U.S. partners. In addition, ASU is ranked as the #1 most innovative school in the country by U.S. News & World Report. Starbucks is proud to partner with an academic institution that recognizes the need for innovation to offer more people an opportunity of a quality higher education, and the freedom to pursue their passions in any field.

Who is eligible for the Starbucks College Achievement Plan (SCAP)?

There are a few eligibility requirements for SCAP. You must be a benefits-eligible partner who doesn’t have a bachelor’s degree and is employed by a Starbucks-owned business in the U.S. Additionally, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You're required to submit the FAFSA and any other financial aid documents each year. If you do not meet the admission criteria for ASU, you will be offered Pathway to Admission. You'll have a chance to earn admission to ASU and be part of SCAP.

What types of degrees are offered?

SCAP covers all bachelor’s degrees delivered fully online by ASU. These include but are not limited to majors that are relevant to a Starbucks career. For example, you could earn a degree in Business with a concentration in Retail Management. To explore the bachelor’s degree programs offered online by ASU, visit starbucks.asu.edu.

Is an online degree as valuable as a traditional degree?

At ASU, the diploma and transcript you earn online are identical to those you earn on campus—they say, “Arizona State University.” Courses are taught by the same award-winning faculty but are re-designed especially for effective and rigorous online learning, with the traditional semester broken into two 7.5-week sessions so that student progress is assessed continuously.

What is the total amount of credit hours covered within the SCAP benefit?

Eligible partners may receive the CAP Scholarship and Starbucks Tuition Benefit for up to 135 credits. The 135-credit limit will not include credits transferred to ASU or taken through Pathway to Admission.

What happens if I switch majors, fail a class or withdraw from a class?

We know that occasionally students will need to switch majors or will fail or withdraw from a class. The CAP Scholarship and Starbucks Tuition Benefit will still be provided for these courses. Our priority is to keep you on track to graduation, and to give you the flexibility you need to finish your degree.

Remember, the CAP Scholarship and Starbucks Tuition Benefit are only available up to your 135-credit maximum, regardless of whether you switched your major or failed or withdrew from classes. If you need to switch majors, or if you fail or withdraw from a class, it’s important to work with your academic advisor and financial aid counselor.

How many classes should I take and what is the of time commitment?

At ASU, taking one class per session is considered part-time, and 2+ classes per session is full-time. The

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number of classes you take per session is up to you. You can expect to invest six hours a week on coursework for every course credit. If a student is signed up for one course during a session, and that course is worth three credits, that student should plan to spend 18 hours a week on coursework. Every partner’s education journey is unique, and your enrollment coach can advise you on the time commitment you should expect to make for your course load.

What kinds of support services will I receive as a part of the program?

There will be many people to help you along the way. A few of the key resources from starting an application to graduating are listed here:

● Enrollment Coach: This individual is responsible for helping you through the steps of the enrollment process, including selecting the right program, informing you about admission requirements, completing the application, requesting transcripts and setting realistic expectations to ensure you are well-prepared.

● Financial Aid Counselor: Financial aid counselors are responsible for helping you plan your financial journey through college. They can help you in understanding how to complete your FAFSA and associated documentation, and how your SCAP benefit will work. You will also want to work closely with the financial aid team if you’re planning on borrowing a loan, studying abroad, or if you anticipate being late in submitting any financial aid related documents. Finally, should you need to withdraw from a course prior to it ending, you should always contact a financial aid counselor. While your CAP Scholarship and Starbucks Tuition Benefit remain, federal aid may be impacted in the instance of a withdrawal.

● Academic Advisor: This individual is responsible for discussing transferred/remaining credits, providing course recommendations, explaining policies and procedures, recommending applicable resources, answering program specific questions and keeping you on track to graduate. Academic advisors work with you from the time you are admitted to the program through graduation.

● Success Coach: This person works with you from the time you enroll through graduation. They will reach out proactively to ensure you are progressing through your degree program in a smooth and efficient manner. As life obstacles arise, your success coach will be there to provide resources and collaborate on a plan of action that best fits your specific situation (stress, time management, support system, etc.). Your success coach will help you follow through on set goals to keep you moving forward towards graduation.

Program Coverage: Finances What should I expect to pay upfront for my tuition and fees?

The SCAP benefit covers 100% tuition and fees. Other educational expenses, such as textbooks and laptops, are not covered.

How does the upfront tuition payment work?

ASU applies an automatic 42% CAP Scholarship at the beginning of the semester towards your enrolled classes. After the CAP Scholarship and any need-based grants are applied, the remaining tuition and fees are covered by the Starbucks Tuition Benefit applied directly to your ASU account.

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The Starbucks Tuition Benefit covers the expense of tuition, the financial aid trust fee, college and class fees, net of the CAP Scholarship received at time of enrollment, any federal or military student aid, and any need-based aid from ASU. Merit-based academic scholarships and private scholarships applied to tuition and fees do not reduce the Starbucks Tuition Benefit eligible expenses.

Other educational expenses, such as textbooks and laptops, are not covered, though financial aid may help cover these costs.

Note: You are not obligated to accept student loans that are offered and can adjust down to your needs. Borrow responsibly. Visit www.starbuckspartnerdiscounts.com to see the partner discounts that are available to you on books, computers and other items.

Who can I talk to about my specific financial situation?

Your personal enrollment coach can answer many basic questions and can be reached at (844) ASU-SBUX. Detailed inquiries can be answered by ASU’s Financial Aid team at (844) ASU-6693.

Will I have to pay tax on this benefit?

The Starbucks College Achievement Plan is a Qualified Education plan under Internal Revenue Code section 127. This means that the amount that Starbucks covers for your tuition and fees (Starbucks Tuition Benefit) is tax free for federal income tax up to $5,250 per calendar year. If the annual tuition coverage exceeds $5,250, the excess amount is reported as taxable income to partners and applicable federal taxes are required to be paid by the partner.

Certain states have not adopted the federal treatment (currently Alabama, Indiana, New Jersey and Pennsylvania). If you work in one of these states, the full Starbucks Tuition Benefit is taxable for state income purposes and may be subject to applicable state tax withholding.

Future changes in tax law could impact the federal or state taxation and/or the annual limitation of the benefit.

If you received a Section 127 benefit from another employer in the same calendar year, consult your tax advisor.

How do I keep track of the total Starbucks Tuition Benefit I have received in a calendar year?

You can track the total Starbucks Tuition Benefit you have received in several ways:

1. At the beginning of each semester (or session) on your My ASU account under Finances Payments a. Look for any posted payments titled “Starbucks Tuition Benefit”

2. At the end of each semester on your pay statement in My Partner Info a. The tax-free tuition line is labeled “SCAP Pre Tax” and any amount that is taxable income is

labeled as “SCAP Post Tax”. State tax is labeled “SCAP State Tax” 3. On Starbucks Benefits Center (www.mysbuxben.com) under Reimbursement Accounts (note that the

Starbucks Tuition Benefit is not a reimbursement) How can taxes impact my paycheck?

Many scholars will not go above the $5,250 federal limit that Starbucks can provide for your tuition tax-free each calendar year. However, those who are taking multiple courses each session may exceed this yearly limit which will result in taxes being withheld on your paycheck at the end of the semester.

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For example, an Eligible Partner completes the Spring Semester and has eligible tuition expenses of $6,250. The Eligible Partner will receive the Starbucks Tuition Benefit in the amount of $6,250, consisting of $5,250 that is not subject to Federal Income Tax, Social Security Tax, or Medicare Tax and $1,000 that is subject to those taxes. The Eligible Partner will see two line-items on their Starbucks pay statement at the end of the semester, as follows: SCAP Pre Tax (Non-taxable SCAP Tuition Coverage): $5,250.00 SCAP Post Tax (Taxable SCAP Tuition Coverage): $1,000.00 The $1,000 SCAP Post Tax tuition coverage will be taxed. The tax cost will reduce the partner’s regular wages for the pay period. Federal Income Tax Withholding (22%) $220.00 Social Security Tax (6.2%) $62.00 Medicare Tax (1.45%) $14.50 Total Tax Cost (Paycheck Reduction): $296.50 This example is based on standard rates for federal income tax withholding, Social Security Tax, and Medicare Tax and certain assumptions about the Eligible Partner’s income. The Starbucks Tuition Benefit payment received by an Eligible Partner may vary from the example based on the Eligible Partner’s Form W-4 Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate. State taxes may apply depending upon the Eligible Partner’s state of residence.

If the Tax Cost exceeds your net paycheck amount, you may receive a zero paycheck and could even have the additional taxes withheld on your next paycheck as well. Therefore, it is important to track your Starbucks Tuition Benefit carefully.

If you have any additional questions, please contact the Partner Contact Center at (888) SBUX-411. The PCC’s standard hours of operation are 5:00 am – 5:00 pm PT.

Applying

I want to sign up. What do I do?

Your ASU enrollment coach can walk you through the entire process, outlined here:

1. Apply to ASU

Go to starbucks.asu.edu to submit a free application and to request that an ASU enrollment coach call you. You may also each out directly at (844) ASU-SBUX (278-7289). You must complete an application, supply needed documentation such as prior transcripts, and meet ASU’s acceptance criteria. Your enrollment coach can walk you through each step along the way. If you are not offered admittance to ASU, you will have the opportunity to earn admission through the Pathway to Admission program.

2. Complete your Financial Aid file

You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The program requires the FAFSA, along with any required documentation, to be completed before the first day of your first session and every year. Visit fafsa.ed.gov to get started and be sure to request that a copy be sent to ASU (school code 001081).

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3. Register for Classes

Once you’re admitted to your degree program, you can register for classes on your My ASU account. An academic advisor can help you choose classes and make a plan to carry you all the way to graduation. Before classes start complete “ASU 10: Connect–ASU Orientation” (created just for Starbucks partners!) This is a brief orientation to ASU and online learning that gives you the tools to succeed in achieving your academic goals.

4. Receive 100% Tuition Coverage

You will receive an automatic, up-front 42% CAP Scholarship applied toward the cost of your tuition, and the Starbucks Tuition Benefit will be applied to any remaining tuition costs.

How soon can I start classes?

There are six start dates every year—two sessions in the Fall semester, two in the Spring semester and two in the Summer semester: students.asu.edu/academic-calendar. Your enrollment coach can help you plan your application process and start dates.

If you are not yet benefits-eligible but want to begin the process of enrollment, we encourage you to get started on your application to ASU right away. You can work with an enrollment coach to determine your options for session start dates based on an approximate date you may satisfy benefits eligibility.

How do I know if my existing credits will transfer to ASU?

ASU will accept transfer credit for traditional coursework you have successfully completed at regionally accredited institutions of higher education as documented on an official transcript. The transferability of your credit will be determined at the time of admissions once ASU has received your official transcripts. Please keep in mind that the applicability of a specific transfer course toward an ASU degree program depends on the requirements of the department, division, college or school in which you are enrolled at ASU. You will work with an academic advisor to determine the applicability of your transferable credit once you are admitted to ASU. For detailed information about how credit transfers to ASU, please visit transfer.asu.edu/credits.

Do I need to submit transcripts I received in another country as part of the application process?

Yes, your secondary and postsecondary transcripts from foreign institutions are an important part of assessing your college readiness and establishing your eligibility for Federal Student Aid. Obtaining transcripts from foreign institutions can present unique challenges; duplicated original transcripts are very hard to get in some countries, and records not in English will have to be submitted with translations. To help, ASU provides the following flexible options for submitting transcripts from institutions outside the U.S. -

● ASU will accept certified copies rather than original transcripts; and ● You can send those certified copies yourself (they don't have to come directly from the school)

Remember, these policies are only applicable to foreign transcripts. The process can be time-consuming, but your enrollment coach can help.

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Program Eligibility

How do I determine if I am eligible to start taking classes? The easiest way to determine your overall eligibility is the STATUS shown on your My ASU account in the Starbucks College Achievement Plan section of the homepage. SCAP status will show as Ineligible if you are not eligible for Starbucks benefits, if your FAFSA is not fully processed, if you have an academic hold, etc.

You should not start taking classes until your My ASU account shows as “Eligible” If you begin classes before your status reflects as Eligible, you will not receive the CAP Scholarship or

Starbucks Tuition Benefit and will be responsible for paying for your classes What does it mean to have a complete ASU financial aid file?

SCAP scholars must have a complete financial aid file prior to the start of the session in which they are taking courses. This generally includes having a completed FAFSA, submitting all required documentation, and waiting until all processing is finished by ASU Financial Aid. These things can take some time so you should start completing your documents as soon as possible. Also be sure to check your My ASU Finances tab for new or returned documents being requested on your Priority Task list.

Scholars must also maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).

How do I establish and maintain my Starbucks Benefits eligibility?

Benefits eligibility is determined by your work state, the hours for which you are paid, your position, and your length of employment. You can learn about benefits eligibility in many different places:

● mysbuxben.com o The Benefits Plan Description (BPD) is available under Tools & Resources o In the Eligibility and Enrollment chapter you can find information on topics such as:

▪ Initial benefits eligibility ▪ Ongoing benefits eligibility ▪ Re-establishing benefits eligibility

● My Partner Info o Once you gain initial eligibility, you can monitor your paid (“BEN”) hours on your pay statement;

this shows your paid hours for the current 6-month audit period ● Partner Contact Center

o Call (888) SBUX-411 with questions on benefits eligibility How does my initial Starbucks Benefits eligibility impact my SCAP participation?

The Partner Contact Center is available to help you estimate when your initial benefits eligibility will start by calling (888) SBUX-411. Based on that date, you can determine the session in which you are eligible to begin taking courses:

U.S. Mainland Partners: There are 2 academic sessions per semester at ASU – Session A and Session B (students.asu.edu/academic-calendar). The session you can enroll in depends on when your benefit eligibility is confirmed to begin:

o If you have established benefit eligibility before the start of Session A, you can enroll in Session A & Session B, as long as your eligibility date takes effect before the end of the semester

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o If you have established benefit eligibility after the start of Session A, but before the start of Session B, you can enroll in Session B, as long as your eligibility date takes effect before the end of the semester

o If you have established benefit eligibility after the start of Session B, you can enroll in next semester if your eligibility date takes effect before the end of that semester

Hawaii Partners: If you are benefit eligible in any month during the semester, taking place on or before the final day of the enrolled semester, you are eligible for SCAP for that semester.

Pathway to Admission: You must have established eligibility for Starbucks benefits on or before the

final day of the enrolled session: https://ea.asu.edu/courses. Actively employed partners have up to 12 months following the end of the course to convert course for credit. If you were benefits eligible on the start date of a class but lost benefits eligibility during that class, Starbucks will pay for the course credit conversion should you choose to convert the credit. You will not be expected to pay anything back but will be responsible for paying for future classes until you regain benefits eligibility.

How do the semi-annual Starbucks Benefits Eligibility audits impact my SCAP participation? Does not apply to partners working in Hawaii or Pathway to Admission participants

Partner Passes January Benefits Audit Partner who regains benefits as of April 1st may begin participating in SCAP as early as Spring B session which begins in March. Partner Passes July Benefits Audit Partner who regains benefits as of October 1st may begin participating in SCAP as early as Fall A session which begins in August. Partner Fails January Benefits Audit Partner remains eligible for both A and B sessions during the Spring Semester. Partner continues to receive the CAP Scholarship and Starbucks Tuition Benefit during this time. However, beginning with the Summer Semester in May, partner will not be eligible to receive the CAP Scholarship or Starbucks Tuition Benefit. Partner is encouraged to work with ASU Financial Aid to determine if they have any other financial aid options available for the Summer Semester. If partner passes July audit they will regain SCAP Eligibility beginning with the Fall A session which begins in August. Partner Fails July Benefits Audit Partner remains eligible for both A and B sessions during the Fall Semester. Partner continues to receive the CAP Scholarship and Starbucks Tuition Benefit during this time. However, beginning with the Spring Semester in January, partner will not be eligible to receive the CAP Scholarship or Starbucks Tuition Benefit. Partner is encouraged to work with ASU Financial Aid to determine if they have any other financial aid options available for the Spring Semester. If partner passes January audit they will regain SCAP Eligibility beginning with Spring B session which begins in March.

What happens if I lose benefits eligibility while I’m studying at ASU?

If you lose benefits eligibility while you are taking classes at ASU, you will continue to receive the CAP Scholarship and Starbucks Tuition Benefit for that semester.

You may continue to take classes at ASU, but you will not receive any CAP Scholarship or Starbucks Tuition Benefit until you reestablish eligibility. See above ‘How do the semi-annual Starbucks Benefits Eligibility audits impact my SCAP participation?’ for specific coverage based on audit timing. If you wish to continue, it is

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recommended that you contact the Financial Aid team to develop a plan.

You will not have to pay back any previously paid CAP Scholarship or Starbucks Tuition Benefit.

I’m not benefits-eligible yet, but I want to take part in this program. How can I get started?

We want to give you every opportunity to start classes as soon as you can. Regardless of tenure, you can apply to ASU as a Starbucks partner, and your application fee will be waived. Once ASU offers you admission, you can be ready to register for classes as soon as you become eligible for Starbucks benefits. Partners who decide to start class when ineligible will not receive the CAP Scholarship or Starbucks Tuition Benefit for that semester.

Are my family members eligible for SCAP?

If you are a U.S. partner and a veteran of the armed services, you may take advantage of the SCAP benefit and extend the benefit to one designated family member (a child, spouse or domestic partner).

If you are not a veteran, then your family members are not eligible.

I'm not a U.S. citizen. Am I eligible to participate in SCAP?

To participate in SCAP, you must complete a valid Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). That process is open to U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens (including lawful permanent residents, refugees, asylees, and certain other groups). If you have questions about your citizenship or immigration status and how it relates to Federal Student Aid and SCAP, please contact ASU Financial Aid and Scholarship Services by sending an email to CAP@asu.edu or by calling (844) 278-6693.

Leave of Absence & Separation from Starbucks

What if I take a leave of absence from work?

If you are on an approved leave of absence, you may continue to participate in the program if you maintain Starbucks benefits eligibility.

If I leave Starbucks midway through an ASU semester, can I still use the benefit?

You will not have to repay the CAP Scholarship or Starbucks Tuition Benefit for any courses you are registered for in the current semester at time of separation, but you will no longer receive it for future classes.

At the end of the year, Starbucks will report the value of the Starbucks Tuition Benefit as additional income on Form W-2.

If I leave Starbucks before I graduate, will I have to pay anything back?

If you leave employment with Starbucks prior to graduation, you will no longer receive a CAP Scholarship or Starbucks Tuition Benefit. You will not be required to reimburse ASU or Starbucks for any CAP Scholarship or Starbucks Tuition Benefit you received prior to separation from employment. If you are rehired at Starbucks and become eligible for the program again, you will begin receiving the CAP Scholarship and Starbucks Tuition Benefit. Any credits taken while not employed at Starbucks will not be covered under the benefit.

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Program Coverage: Degree Types

Is an associate degree offered through SCAP?

No. The program covers bachelor’s degrees offered online at ASU only. If you choose to start or complete an associate degree at another college, you may be able to transfer to ASU later to complete a bachelor’s degree through SCAP. You’re welcome to reach out to an enrollment coach to talk through your questions and the process for admission and possible credit transfer. To talk to an enrollment coach, call (844) ASU-SBUX.

Are second bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees or doctoral programs offered through SCAP?

Partners who already have a bachelor’s degree cannot use this program for further study at this time. SCAP is designed to help Starbucks partners complete their first bachelor’s degree.

What if I want to take part in SCAP, but ASU doesn’t offer the degree program I want?

ASU currently has a choice of over 100 bachelor’s degree programs delivered online, and regularly expands its online degree program offerings: starbucks.asu.edu/starbucks-asu-degree-list. If your preferred major isn’t offered today, make an appointment with an enrollment coach. Your enrollment coach can help you find a degree suitable to your interests and aspirations and may also be able to advise you on majors that ASU is planning to offer online soon.

ASU would appreciate your feedback as they plan which degrees to make available online in the future; send an email to asuonline@asu.edu to share your thoughts.

Other Colleges/Campus Enrollment

Can I attend ASU on campus?

The SCAP benefit is only for the bachelor’s degree programs offered online at ASU and cannot be used for degree programs offered on campus at ASU. If you are an on campus student at ASU and are interested in transferring to ASU online to take advantage of SCAP, contact Financial Aid and Scholarship services at CAP@asu.edu or (844) 278-6693.

Can I apply the SCAP benefit to my current college or attend ASU at the same time?

The SCAP benefit applies only to bachelor’s degree programs offered online at ASU. Additionally, for financial aid purposes, students cannot be registered at another institution simultaneous to their studies at ASU. Federal aid can only be used at one institution at a time, and ASU must be the student’s “home school.”

I’m currently enrolled at another school. Would I have to transfer immediately to get this benefit?

You can transfer to ASU at any time, provided you meet their admissions criteria. Make an appointment to speak with an enrollment coach to get questions answered about the application/admission process, credit transfer, and financial aid process. To talk to an enrollment coach, call (844) ASU-SBUX.

Does Starbucks offer any alternate educational assistance?

Starbucks does not currently offer any other paid educational assistance outside of SCAP. However, interested partners may wish to take advantage of the many educational offerings provided at Starbucks Global Academy: starbucksglobalacademy.com.

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Other

How long must I continue working for Starbucks after I earn my degree?

Unlike traditional employer education programs, with SCAP there is no commitment to remain employed with Starbucks after you complete your education. We encourage you to look for opportunities within Starbucks and to take advantage of the Career Resources offered by both Starbucks and ASU. However, we want to offer you the freedom and support to build your future, wherever you go.

Can I take advantage of Study Abroad opportunities at ASU?

Partners may choose to take advantage of study abroad opportunities at ASU, with approval and support of their manager to take time off. Partners must maintain benefits eligibility to continue to receive tuition coverage through SCAP. Many partners who choose to take advantage of study abroad opportunities shorter in length, such as 1-2 weeks. Learn more at https://mystudyabroad.asu.edu/content/starbucks-college-achievement-plan-partners.

How can I connect with fellow SCAP scholars? What is Workplace?

All SCAP Scholars, including baristas and shift supervisors, have special access to Workplace, an online collaboration tool where partners can connect with, support and ask questions of fellow scholars from around the country. Scholars can download the mobile Workplace app or visit starbucks.workplace.com. To activate your account:

Click “LOG IN” Retail partners, you must use this format for your business email address:

[US + your partner number]@starbucks.com (e.g., US1234567@starbucks.com) Once you log in, search for “SCAP” and join groups. If you cannot log in, submit a request here. How do I get an ASU apron pin?

Once you have been admitted to ASU, your store manager can provide you with an SCAP ASU apron pin. If a store manager needs more pins, they can work with their district manager to order packs of 5 on the Starbucks Recognition Site.

How do I request SCAP swag, posters or flyers to share at an event?

SCAP Scholars are our best advocates! SCAP swag and materials may be requested for recruiting or partner events to help you share about the benefit. Work with your district manager to access Design Gallery and ship items directly to a store. If you are leading an event and do not have access to Design Gallery, you can submit a request via the SCAP Event Materials & Swag form.