Learn more about the limited time waiver for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Learn more about the Department of Education's recent announcement about Income-Driven Repayment Account Adjustments.
Learn more about the limited time waiver for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Learn more about the Department of Education's recent announcement about Income-Driven Repayment Account Adjustments.
VSAC will be closed Monday, May 30, 2022 in observance of Memorial Day.
The GUIDE (Giving Undergraduates Information and Direction in their Education) program supports Vermont State GEAR UP students on their journeys after high school graduation.
If you were you a GEAR UP student in high school, you are automatically enrolled in the GUIDE program upon graduation.
Meet with a GUIDE counselor for your GUIDE check-in and earn $300 toward 1st and 2nd semester books.
Need help figuring out how to buy books? See our book buying guide.
After you complete your Book Money Meeting, you can schedule as many follow up meetings as you need. Schedule a meeting with the first available GUIDE counselor:
GUIDE is excited to provide you access to free 24/7 online tutoring through Tutor.com.
To sign up, fill out the simple form at Tutor.com Sign-up.
Join GUIDE on Social Media!
What is GUIDE texting?
“Opt in” and get started:
If you aren’t receiving text messages, e-mail Jessica Smith or text the phone number that matches your grad year from high school.
As a GEAR UP student, you have access to the GEAR UP Scholarship.
Get step-by-step instructions to check if you’re getting your GEAR UP Scholarship.
If you don’t see your GEAR UP Scholarship, contact Jessica Smith at smithj@vsac.org. She'll be able to help you!
Learn how to apply for more than 100 VSAC-assisted scholarships in the VSAC scholarships booklet (and don't forget also to check out all of the private scholarships in the booklet).
Filling out your FAFSA and Vermont grant unlocks money for school.
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Filling out your FAFSA and Vermont grant unlocks money for school.
Feeling overwhelmed? We're here to help.
Scroll until you see the “I’m a Parent” segment. In the “Contact” section, click “Live Chat.”
Learn how to apply for a Vermont grant
Watch the first 30 minutes of this video for help filling out the application for a Vermont grant.