With scholarship support, a Clark graduate degree can cost less than you think.
Clark University graduate programs award generous merit-based scholarships to students who demonstrate academic potential, professional leadership, and commitment to Clark community values.
Graduate Scholarships
Prospective students may choose to apply for merit-based Graduate Scholarships as part of their application for admission.
Scholarship applications are assessed during admissions review. Deans and faculty members select recipients based on scholarship criteria, and the strength of their application. Scholarships are awarded at the time of admissions decision.
View merit scholarship award levels below.
Candidates seeking scholarships are encouraged to apply early, during priority application periods listed here.
Tuition Calculator
If you would like to view your program cost, please input your degree type (Master’s degree, PHD, etc) and program of interest below. Please note the following costs reflect the current calendar year and are subject to change.
Please note the current scholarship information starts with new Spring 2026 applicants.
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Estimated Fees and Other Expenses
One-Time Fees
- International Student Service Fee: $375
- Graduate Orientation Fee: $125
Annual Fees
- Health Insurance (Required): $2,495
Additional Expenses Per Year
- Personal: $1,000
- Books and supplies: $1,000
- Housing and Meals: $16,000
Please note: Clark University Merit Scholarships are for the cost of tuition only. Students must consider other expenses such as fees, books, housing, etc., when making financial plans for graduate school. Estimated expenses are for the current calendar year and are subject to change.
Graduate Fee Definitions
International Student Fee: $375
This one-time fee is assessed to all international students the first time at matriculation. It may be assessed to both graduate and undergraduate students. This fee supports the student visa processing program from enrollment through to the end of their academic program.
Graduate Orientation Fee: $125
This one-time fee is assessed when a student enrolls and matriculates in a graduate program. The fee supports new student welcome, orientation and other onboarding events and programs associated at both the department and university level. The fee is assessed to all graduate students including Ph.D., MAT, MPA, MS/MA, MFA programs. The fee is also assessed to students participating in the 5th year master’s program.
Student Council Fees
School of Arts and Sciences: $20 per full-time semester
School of Business: $45 per full-time semester
School of Business: $20 per full-time semester
Department of Sustainability and Social Justice: $20 per full-time semester
Student council fees are assessed to all full-time, campus-based students. Fully online students are not assessed this fee. The funds support graduate student council activities at the school or department level. The elected student officers of each council determine the use of these funds. Funds are typically used to support student life activities, travel grants (e.g. academic conferences) and other council-sponsored academic programming.
STEM Program Technology Fee: $350 per full-time semester
This fee is assessed each full-time semester to students in certain STEM designated programs. These programs are supported by a higher level of technology (both software and hardware) and this fee aids in defraying the added costs associated with those services. The affected programs include: MSGIS, MSCS, MSDA, MSIT, MSBA, MSAA, MSMKA, MSF.
Full-Time Student Services Fee: $500 per full-time semester
This fee is assessed each full-time semester to students in School of Business, School of Professional Studies, and Dept. of Sustainability and Social Justice. The fee supports career development, career counseling, professional and networking engagement opportunities, and community engagement and development programming in these respective degree programs.
Students taking fewer than 3 units will not be charged
Any Full-Time student matriculated Spring 2024 or prior who were already charged the one-time fee will not be charged again
Merit Scholarship Award Levels
As a reminder, those seeking merit scholarship awards must submit a scholarship application
with their application for admission.
| Scholarship Name | Scholarship Amount | Number Granted |
| Merit Scholarship | 15% of tuition | 75% of Admitted Class |
| School-Awarded Scholarship | 30% of tuition | Top 25% of Admitted Class |
| Dean’s Scholarship | 50% of tuition | Top 10% of Admitted Class |
| Fiat Lux Scholarship | 75% of tuition | Top 1-2% of Admitted Class |
Merit Scholarship Awards Details and Criteria
Merit Scholarship (15% of tuition)
The Clark Merit Scholarship recognizes strong academic performance and potential for graduate success and reflects Clark’s commitment to making graduate education more accessible to promising students across disciplines.
School-Awarded Scholarship (30% of tuition)
Recipients are nominated by individual academic programs. This scholarship celebrates candidates who bring exceptional academic, professional, or community contributions aligned with their field of study.
Dean’s Scholarship (50% of tuition)
Dean Scholars are bold thinkers and emerging leaders whose vision, initiative, and drive set them apart. This award honors those who are poised to spark innovation and create meaningful change in their industries and communities.
Fiat Lux Scholarship (75% of tuition)
The Fiat Lux Scholarship is Clark’s highest graduate scholarship, reserved for the most outstanding applicants. Recipients demonstrate extraordinary academic achievement, leadership, and the potential to make transformative contributions to their field.
Graduate scholarship application requirements and best practices are available to help craft a strong scholarship application.
Have Questions?
Our experienced admissions advisers will help you answer scholarship throughout your application process.
Partner Scholarships
Peace Corps
A range of graduate degree programs qualify for Coverdell Fellowship for Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs).
Americorps
Clark is an AmeriCorps
School of National Service, and
provides 50% tuition scholarships for staff and returned service volunteers.
City Year
Clark partners City Year to provide tuition fellowships to returned service volunteers.
Minimum scholarship support levels: 40% for the School of Professional Studies and School of Climate, Environment, and Society, and 50% for School of Business graduate programs.
Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) Scholarships
The School of Business is proud to offer a 50% tuition scholarship to our in-person programs, and a 30% tuition scholarship for our online MBA program.
Worcester and Metro West Chambers of Commerce
The School of Business, The School of Climate, Environment, and Society, and School of Professional Studies offer 25% tuition scholarships to employees of member companies and their families.
ROMBA Fellowship
The ROMBA LGBTQ+ MBA Fellowship is a joint effort between the School of Business and Reaching Out MBA Inc. (ROMBA), cultivating the next generation of LGBTQ+ business leaders.
Clark Alumni Tuition Scholarships
Clark undergraduate and graduate alumni admitted to a graduate degree program receive
50% tuition scholarships for School of Business and School of Climate, Environment, and Society programs,
and 30% tuition scholarships for School of Professional Studies programs.
MBA ROMBA Fellowship Details
Fellowship Details
The affiliation allows the School of Business to select up to two incoming MBA students each year as ROMBA Fellows — one for the fall semester, the other for the spring semester.
The Fellows will receive a 50% tuition scholarship and participate in the prestigious ROMBA Fellowship Retreat, as well as have free admission to all other ROMBA events and access to a network of Fellows, alumni, club leaders, and corporate partners.
In addition, Clark will join an elite group of just 67 ROMBA schools and be featured in the organization’s recruitment events.
How to Apply to the MBA ROMBA Fellowship Program
Students interested in applying to Clark’s MBA program and the ROMBA fellowship should mention it in their personal statement on their application.
Additional financing options
Financial assistance
Students may be eligible to apply for federal or private loans. Contact the Office of Financial Assistance for information.
Assistantships
A limited number of part-time campus jobs are available for teaching, research, and/or graduate assistantships. Enrolled students may apply for these positions, with priority given to students already on campus.
Office of Prestigious Fellowships and Scholarships
The Clark Office of Prestigious Fellowships and Scholarships helps connect the Clark community with national fellowship and scholarship opportunities and provides application assistance to interested students.
Graduate Admissions
Graduate Admissions
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Worcester, MA 01610
1-508-793-7373
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Worcester, MA 01610
