4+1 Accelerated Master's Degree Program

An accelerated degree program allowing qualified Clark University undergraduates to earn a master's degree in their fifth year with potential tuition scholarship support.

Geographic Scope: Clark University, Worcester, MA

Eligibility - Clark First-Year Students:

• Must be a full-time undergraduate student for a minimum of 24 academic units at Clark
• Meet the entry requirements of chosen graduate program
• Achieve a cumulative 3.40 GPA (MBA and MS in GIS require 3.6 cumulative GPA)
• Apply by April 15 of junior year (or November 1 if second semester of junior year is in fall)
• Maintain overall GPA standing in senior year

Eligibility - Clark Transfer Students:

• Undergraduate transfer students eligible for tuition scholarships during their fifth year of study
• 100% tuition remission: 24 or greater units at Clark
• 50% tuition remission: 23.5 units or fewer at Clark
• Must meet entry requirements of chosen graduate program
• Achieve cumulative 3.40 GPA (or higher if required by department)
• Apply by April 15 of junior year (or November 1 if applicable)
• Maintain overall GPA standing in senior year

Costs:

• One-time $1,250 program fee in first semester of graduate study (covers career services, advising support, program support)
• Individual course fees may apply
• One-time graduate orientation fee upon admission to graduate school
• Other relevant fees at school or program level

Notes:

• Tuition scholarships for qualified students may vary between programs
• Dependent on time student has attended Clark as full-time student
• Individual departments may have additional requirements

How to Apply

1. Qualified Clark students should apply for the 4+1 Accelerated Master's Degree during their third year
2. Submit application through the 4+1 Application portal
3. Ensure you meet all eligibility requirements before applying
4. For questions about eligibility or the application process, contact Graduate Admissions

Required Information:

• Proof of full-time enrollment at Clark (minimum units completed)
• Current cumulative GPA
• Confirmation of meeting graduate program entry requirements
• Academic standing documentation

Deadlines:

• April 15 of junior year (standard deadline)
• November 1 (if second semester of junior year is in fall semester)