VSAC will be closed on Wednesday, April 15th, but will resume regular hours on Thursday, April 16th.
On Wednesday, April 15th, our dedicated staff will have the honor of reviewing hundreds of scholarship applications for over 80 different scholarship programs. Thank you for your patience as we do this important work.
Not sure about the next step in your education journey? We can help you figure it out.
We’re here to help guide you through the process of finding the career and education options that fit you best. And to find smart ways to pay for the education you need for the career you want. Check out the links below to get started.
Wondering how to pay for college or training after high school?
Check out College & Career Pathways: Whether you're college-bound, training-bound or not sure, this info is for you. FREE College & Career Pathways virtual workshops and resources on a range of college and career planning topics and virtual info sessions of VT colleges and short-term training programs. Includes videos and activities to help you plan for life after high school.
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Resources (PDFs, Spreadsheets, Infographics)
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| Junior Year Month-by-Month Planning Checklist | download |
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| What Is Success? You Decide | download |
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| Adult College Selection Worksheet | download |
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| Career Fair Interview Questions | download |
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| Career Interest Checklist | download |
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| Finding Colleges That Fit | download |
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| Informational Interviewing and Job Shadowing Guide | download |
Videos
Online Tools
My Next Move: Career Search by Industry
My Next Move is an interactive tool for job seekers and students to learn more about their career options.
Helpful Websites
A Guide to Vocational Training & Nondegree Education
Vocational training programs offer students the opportunity to pursue a career in the skilled trades.
Award Advisor™
A free tool to help you—and those guiding you—understand and compare financial aid offers.
BigFuture
Tips, tools, and resources for finding colleges, exploring careers, getting financial aid, and more
Central Vermont Adult Basic Education
Free literacy instruction for adults and out of school youth in Washington, Lamoille, and Orange Counties
Community High School of Vermont
The Community High School of Vermont (CHSVT) provides education to individuals served by the Vermont Department of Corrections.
National Association for College Admission Counseling website
College prep and financial aid info for students and parents, plus resources for education professionals
Northeast Kingdom Learning Services
Programs for learners of all ages, including a GED Program, high school completion program, and programs for academic and workforce skill
Reach Up/PSE program
Part of the Reach Up family of programs, PSE can help you earn an undergraduate college degree so you can get a good paying job and suppo
Student Aid — Federal Loans
Everything you need to access federal student loans
The American Gap Association website
The Gap Year Association (GYA) is a nonprofit association that advocates for intentional, high quality gap year experiences that set stud
The Association of Vermont Independent Colleges website
A statewide organization providing policy leadership, cooperation between colleges, and more
The New England Board of Higher Education
New England's source for educational services and opportunities.
The Vermont Adult Technical Education Association website
Vermont technical education programs offered across the state
Women’s College Coalition
The mission of the Women’s College Coalition is to transform the world through the education and success of women and girls.