Supporting the Growth of Massachusetts Community College Faculty and Staff

The Massachusetts Association of Community Colleges (MACC) and Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies (CPS) have partnered to expand access to graduate education for community college employees across the Commonwealth.

Through this partnership, all full-time faculty and staff at any Massachusetts community college are eligible for a 25% tuition scholarship for any master’s degree or one of two doctoral degrees: Education (EdD) or Doctor of Professional Studies (DPS).

The goal of this initiative is to strengthen leadership and professional capacity within Massachusetts’ community college system. By making graduate education more accessible and affordable, the program supports the continued development of those who play a vital role in advancing student success and educational opportunity statewide.

Scholarship Overview

  • Eligibility: Full-time faculty and staff employed at any Massachusetts community college
  • Scholarship Amount: 25% reduction in tuition
  • Programs Available: A wide selection of master’s degrees and two doctoral degrees: Education (EdD) or Professional Studies (DPS)
  • Format: Coursework can be completed fully online* to accommodate working professionals

About the Programs

Northeastern’s College of Professional Studies offers graduate and doctoral programs in fields such as higher education administration, organizational leadership, project management, applied AI, analytics, and more.

Each program is designed to provide practical knowledge, leadership skills, and real-world application to help participants advance their careers and strengthen their institutions.

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How to Apply

Interested faculty and staff can contact Northeastern’s enrollment team for more information about program options, application steps, and scholarship eligibility.

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For a summary of the scholarship details and eligible programs, download the one-page overview below.

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*Doctor of Education program requires one additional in-person weekend residency in Boston.