Navigating the postsecondary education landscape can feel overwhelming. It’s normal to ask questions like: what should I study, what kind of program should I enroll in, what type of credential should I earn and how do I know it’s going to get me the job I want? The answers to these questions will…
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Blog Archive: A High School Student
Summer is in full force, but students heading to or returning to college or training will soon be facing an important deadline: paying the fall tuition bill. As you plan for and anticipate new courses, meeting new friends, reconnecting with old ones, and even living on or off campus, one of the most…
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Conversation and believing that every person deserves a path that works for them are at the heart of planning for the future. As you connect with others during summer break, keep in mind that (fortunately!) Vermont offers great options to help bring every student’s goals to life.
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Are you wondering, "Do my student loans cover housing?" In addition to paying for tuition and fees, student loans can be used to pay for college living expenses ... and more. Along with school meals, groceries, rent, housing supplies, and utilities, you can also use your student loans to buy books…
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Growing up on a dairy farm in Fairfax taught Lindsey responsibility, resilience, and the value of hard work. Now a college student, she is turning those lessons into a career dedicated to caring for others.
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From navigating college applications as an independent student to graduating with a bachelor’s in studio art, Rose has overcome significant challenges. Now preparing to begin her master's degree, she hopes to inspire others through art, education, and the same support that helped her succeed.
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What began as a middle school class grew into a passion for language and human connection. As a first-generation student, Lily navigated the college search and financial aid process with determination, finding a path to a career where she will help others communicate and be understood.
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Aero has always pictured herself behind the lens of a telescope or in a lab. With support from her community and an expansive college search she secured a full tuition scholarship, proving that with perseverance, even the most ambitious goals are within reach.
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At 27, Sophia lives a life defined by caring for others. A nurse manager, National Guard veteran, and lifelong wildlife rehabilitator, she balanced full-time work, military service, and community commitments as she earned her nursing degree, debt-free.
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Jess has turned her passion for rural life, maternal health, and community advocacy into motivation for closing justice gaps in underserved communities.
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