The ultimate goal

The NFL Continuing Education Program is designed to assist active NFL players with degree completion in their undergraduate, graduate or professional studies. The NFL Player Development staff administers the program by collaborating with colleges and universities throughout the country to develop plans that allow players to return to school in their club cities, at their original institutions or at institutions near their offseason homes, or through long-distance learning. The ultimate objective of the program is to help players complete their degrees and assess how best to utilize their education to attain meaningful employment opportunities at the conclusion of their NFL careers.

Tuition Reimbursement Program: The Tuition Reimbursement Program is a benefit used to encourage players to continue their education and complete their degrees. Under the program, eligible players who are enrolled in accredited academic institutions and who are receiving credit toward a degree may be reimbursed up to $15,000 per year. Players must receive a "C" (2.0) or better, or "Pass" if the course is Pass/Fail.

The following are NFL veterans who earned their college degrees in 2008: