Clasp

Clasp is a venture-backed fintech company based in Boston that connects healthcare students with employers willing to repay student loans in exchange for committed employment. The model addresses the student debt crisis while helping employers in hard-to-hire fields build sustainable talent pipelines. The Clasp platform spans education-to-employment matching, student loan repayment and workforce solutions, and has supported more than 10,000 students across over 1,140 schools and programs.

The company reports retention rate increases of up to 94% for participating employers. Its work sits at the intersection of healthcare, education, workforce development and financial wellness, combining technical domains including fintech, a student loan repayment platform and talent pipeline tooling.

Clasp describes itself as mission-driven, with a focus on economic mobility and tackling student debt. The company operates a hybrid work culture from Boston and is backed by Firework Ventures, GSV Ventures and Graham Holdings. Recognition includes a place on the Forbes Fintech 50, Business Insider's "43 Startups to Bet Your Career On in 2025", Startup of the Year at Startup Boston, and a Top 4 Workforce Solution ranking from SHRM.