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YMCA Partnership

Clarkson College is pleased to partner with the YMCA of Greater Omaha. We share a long-held support of our community and a shared vision of helping everyone learn, grow, and thrive. This partnership benefits YMCA employees and their families by offering an affordable health care education through a community scholarship opportunity.

 

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Partnership Verification

As of February 1, 2025, partnership verification will now take place internally. All individuals who receive a partnership scholarship will receive a DocuSign form to complete via an email from [email protected]. Students will need to monitor their Clarkson College student email account for this email. Message [email protected] if you have any questions.

Benefits

  • The YMCA of Greater Omaha employees, as well as their spouses and dependent children (23 years old or younger) are eligible for a Community Scholarship:
    • Associates degree — Approximately 14,000 over two years*
    • Bachelor's degree — Approximately 28,000 over four years*
    • Master's degree — Approximately $14,000 over the course of the program*
    • Doctoral degree — Approximately $18,000 over the course of the program*
  • All applicants who meet admissions qualifications and are seeking enrollment in our online programs will be accepted. Due to space limitations, preference will be given to applicants enrolling in our on-campus programs through additional points on their application.
  • Participants are eligible to apply for Clarkson College academic scholarships and Financial Aid.   Learn more.

Students receiving scholarships may also qualify to use their employer’s tuition assistance program. Please contact your employer for more information.

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*All scholarship estimates listed above are calculated at the maximum lifetime amount of each. These estimates may may or may not be reflective of your actual scholarship offering and may vary according to enrollment status as well as program of study. This scholarship award is in addition to your financial aid award package. For questions about your eligibility, please email Financial Aid at [email protected].

Scholarships are renewable for up to two years for an associate’s degree and four years for a bachelor’s degree, provided satisfactory academic progress and good standing are maintained, as outlined by Clarkson College policies. Awards are applied to tuition only. The Clarkson College Commitment to Excellence Scholarship, Founders’ Scholarship, and Community Scholarship may not be used in conjunction.

Calculating the Cost

There are two components to your student account: tuition and fees. All students are charged fees for services and access/maintenance of technology. Students may be charged additional fees for enrollment in certain courses or labs where additional instructional expenses are incurred. Please view our Tuition & Fees page for a complete listing of all fees. Contact our Student Accounts office if you have questions.

Partnership in Action

Clarkson College’s partnership with the YMCA of Greater Omaha continues to support workforce development through scholarships and active community engagement. Key collaboration efforts included hosting the Strong Communities Campaign kickoff on February 26, 2026, welcoming more than 150 business leaders to campus, as well as YMCA participation in the Spring Career Fair 2026 and a student volleyball event on February 6, 2026. These initiatives highlight a shared commitment to community connection, leadership, and expanding access to healthcare career pathways.

$77,878  Total scholarships in 2025-2026

15  Current recipients

150+ attendees
at Strong Communities Campaign kickoff

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Clarkson College students participate in intramural volleyball.

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The YMCA of Greater Omaha hosts the Strong Communities Campaign.