$27 million national pay-for-performance initiative to expand high-quality Registered Apprenticeship in information technology. Clark aims to support enrollment and retention of more than 3,800 new IT apprentices through June 30, 2030.

Overview

Clark University is the only academic institution among the five Pay-for-Performance awardees. TechXcel runs July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030. Public Consulting Group provides administrative and partner coordination and serves as payment-management operator. Local partners include Quinsigamond Community College and MassHire.

A dedicated sponsor application page is not public yet. This listing uses Clark’s program announcement until an apply URL is published.

Opens on: October 1, 2026

Eligibility

Eligible applicants are Registered Apprenticeship program sponsors expanding high-quality IT apprenticeship opportunities, including sponsors that hire and retain apprentices who might not otherwise have access to these career paths.

Use of funds

Outcome-driven incentive payments to RAP sponsors. At least 85% of the federal award is intended to flow to sponsors.

Application

Period of performance July 1, 2026–June 30, 2030. Sponsor applications are expected fall 2026.

Other resources

Headquarters
950 Main Street, Worcester, MA, 01610
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Status
Coming SoonOpens October 1, 2026
Geography
Amount
national administrator award; per-apprentice amount forthcoming
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