Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance is available for undergraduate and graduate students (U.S. citizen or permanent resident only) who have matriculated into a degree program at the College of Professional and Continuing Education. Whether you are full time (three courses are considered to be full time for financial aid in COPACE) or part time, if you have a financial need it is well worth exploring the options. Money is available to eligible, matriculated students with a demonstrated need who show successful advancement toward the completion of a degree and are enrolled at least half time (2 units) per semester).
Financial Assistance for Undergraduate Students
Pell Grants
The Federal Direct Stafford Loan (FDSL), guaranteed by the federal government, is available through the University via the William D. Ford Direct Lending Program. Current federal regulations require all applicants for a Federal Direct Stafford Loan to file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To apply for a Stafford loan, students must complete FAFSA and a Clark Application for Financial Aid and submit signed copies of their most recent federal tax return and W2 forms.
Financial Assistance for Graduate Students
The Federal Direct Stafford Loan (FDSL), guaranteed by the federal government, is available through the University via the William D. Ford Direct Lending Program. Current federal regulations require all applicants for a Federal Direct Stafford Loan to file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To apply for a Stafford loan, students must complete FAFSA and a Clark Application for Financial Aid and submit signed copies of their most recent federal tax return and W2 forms).
Other Financing Options
For other financing options, please visit: Other Financing OptionsTuition Reimbursement
Third-Party Benefits
COPACE accepts tuition reimbursement from Massachusetts Rehabilitation and the Department of Social Services. When registering for a course, students should submit the appropriate completed forms from the reimbursement agency.
Veteran's Education Program
All credit courses offered by COPACE are approved for eligible veterans under the provision of Chapter 38 Veteran's Administration Education Program. Veterans pay tuition and fees at the time of registration and are reimbursed by the Veteran's Administration (VA). Veterans eligible for assistance, or who think they may be eligible, should apply to the regional VA office, (800) 827-1000, before registering for classes.
Employee Reimbursement
Students who will be reimbursed by their employer must pay tuition and fees at the time of registration or make special arrangements with their student account representative. To ensure timely reimbursement, students can contact their student account representative.
City of Worcester Employee Program
Through a special agreement with the Executive Office of Human Resources, employees of the City of Worcester may pursue, at a reduced rate, an M.P.A. degree at Clark University/COPACE. Several courses per year are offered on site in Worcester City offices. Contact the Office of Human Resources in Worcester City Hall, or call the Graduate Programs staff at (508) 793-7215.
Yellow Ribbon Program
