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4+1 Accelerated Master’s Degree

Clark University’s 4+1 Accelerated Master’s Degree puts an advanced degree within reach.

The 4+1 Accelerated Master’s Degree provides an opportunity for qualified Clark undergraduates to earn a pathway to a master’s degree – with one year of additional study and available tuition scholarships.

With the 4+1 Accelerated Master’s, Clark undergraduates are eligible to:

  • Receive 100% tuition scholarship for the fifth year
  • Accelerate time to degree for graduate credential
  • Position yourself for career advancement
  • Engage with graduate students and network with working professionals in their industry of interest

Degrees

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Accelerated Master’s STEM

Accounting Analytics B.A. | M.S.

Gain the advanced data mining and analysis skills that businesses now demand.
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Accelerated Master’s

Accounting B.A. | M.S.

Acquire the foundational financial training and critical thinking skills to become a valued certified public accountant.
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Accelerated Master’s STEM

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, B.A. | M.S.

Prepare for further graduate study, medical school, or a career in biochemistry or molecular biology.
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Accelerated Master’s STEM

Biology, B.A. | M.S.

Pursue research that benefits our understanding of the world within a connected community of scholars.
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Accelerated Master’s STEM

Business Administration B.A. | MBA

Gain core competencies and meet the demand for socially-conscious business practices.
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Accelerated Master’s

Business Analytics, B.A. | M.S.

Master the most in-demand field in business with a specialization in financial, marketing, or accounting analytics.
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Accelerated Master’s STEM

Chemistry, B.A. | M.S.

Join a collaborative community of faculty, research scientists, students, and research partners around the world.
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Accelerated Master’s

Communication B.A. | M.S.

Forge your career in global and digital marketing and media relations by mastering the core competencies necessary for success.
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Accelerated Master’s

Community Development and Planning, B.A. | M.A.

Learn about the power structures that shape community spaces and how to cultivate spaces where people can flourish.
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Accelerated Master’s STEM

Computer Science, B.A. | M.S.

Advance your knowledge and develop the analytical, computational, and experimental skills you’ll need for careers in computing, software engineering, finance, or education.
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Accelerated Master’s STEM

Environmental Science and Policy B.A. | M.S.

Learn how to integrate diverse forms of knowledge, forge meaningful partnerships, and catalyze change in systems and structures.
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Accelerated Master’s STEM

Finance B.A. | M.S.

Combine fundamental financial skills with in-depth knowledge of evolving industry trends to prepare for a leadership role in finance.
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Accelerated Master’s STEM

Geographic Information Science, B.A. | M.S.

Build your career in GIS with leading technologies and internationally recognized experts in the field.
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Accelerated Master’s

History B.A. | M.A.

Master critical persuasive writing, data interpretation, and presentation skills that will prepare you for a range of careers or further graduate study.
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Accelerated Master’s STEM

Information Technology B.A. | M.S.

Gain expertise in technology management — AI, product development, or healthcare technologies — to drive innovation within organizations.
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Accelerated Master’s

International Development B.A. | M.A.

Develop the tools and skills of critical thinking and reflection that you need to thoughtfully and intentionally make a difference in the worlds most pressing challenges.
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Accelerated Master’s

Management, B.A. | M.S.

Kickstart your career with the fundamental language and tools management and increase the value you will bring to an organization.
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Accelerated Master’s

Marketing Analytics, B.A. | M.S.

Gain the knowledge and expertise to practice advanced marketing and generate data-driven insights for your organization.
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Accelerated Master’s

Marketing, B.A. | M.S.

Learn to understand your audience, grow your creative marketing and story-telling skills, analyze trends, and position your business to be competitive and successful.
A students conducted experiments in a physics lab.
Accelerated Master’s STEM

Physics B.S. | M.A.

Develop analytical, computational, and experimental skills in preparation for a career in physics, engineering, industry, finance, or education.
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Accelerated Master’s

Public Administration, M.A. | MPA

Gain the leadership and analytical skills you need drive meaningful change in the public sector and nonprofit arenas.
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Accelerated Master’s

Teaching, B.A. | MAT

Join a cohort of students, professors, and partner teachers dedicated to actively pursuing social equity and justice through careers in teaching.

Gap year option

For students interested in pursuing a year of professional experience before completing graduate studies, the professional track offers a gap year option. Learn more about the 4+1 Accelerated Master’s Degree gap year option for School of Business, School of Professional Studies and the Department of Sustainability and Social Justice programs and eligibility requirements.

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