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4+1 Accelerated Master's Degree Program

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Funding Amount

Tuition scholarship (amount varies by program; may include 50-100% tuition remission for eligible students)

Deadline

April 15, 2027

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Grant Type

foundation

Overview

4+1 Accelerated Master's Degree Program

Overview: 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

    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)
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