Alumni of the AmeriCorps Program who apply to The Cooper Union will receive:

• Their application fee waived (currently $65)
• Additional consideration at the point when applicants are reviewed for admission

Every student admitted to Cooper Union receives a full-tuition scholarship currently valued at $30,000 for each year of study.

Additional information

The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, established in 1859, is among the nation's oldest and most distinguished institutions of higher learning. The college, the legacy of Peter Cooper, occupies a special place in the history of American education. It is the only private, full-scholarship college in the United States dedicated exclusively to preparing students for the professions of art, architecture and engineering.

The Cooper Union is proud to support those who engage in public service.