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News Releases
2018
04
Dec
VSAC study of college completion rates sparks conversation about improving higher education outcomes
Vermont outperforms other states, but still has plenty of challenges – and potential solutions
WINOOSKI (December 4, 2018) – The Vermont Student Assistance Corp. and the Vermont State Colleges System were joined by state leaders in the education, business, and policymaking communities at a summit today to discuss results of...
08
Nov
South Burlington adds Career & Education Wellness to suite of employee benefits
VSAC program designed to assist employees with education goals and family education pathways
WINOOSKI (Nov. 8, 2018)— The city of South Burlington is adding a new benefit for its 160-plus employees: career and education guidance.
The city will partner with Vermont Student Assistance Corp. to offer its landmark Career &...
17
Oct
VSAC scholarship season opens Nov. 1
150 scholarships worth over $5 million to be awarded
WINOOSKI (Oct. 17, 2018)—Vermont Student Assistance Corp.’s annual publication, Scholarships for Vermonters, is now available with information on 150 programs worth over $5 million for eligible Vermonters looking to finance their...
12
Oct
Vt. congressional delegation announces $31 million GEAR UP grant for VSAC
Federal education grant will serve 2,800+ students at 38 Vermont schools
WINOOSKI (October 12, 2018) — The Vermont congressional delegation, led by Senator Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.), today announced that Vermont Student Assistance Corp. will receive $31 million over the next seven years to encourage more...
10
Sep
VSAC celebrates GEAR UP Week with science, STEM fair, music and bucket lists
Students will explore robotics, neuroscience and ‘Afropop’ music with A2VT
WINOOSKI (September 10, 2018)—Vermont Student Assistance Corp. is pulling out the stops for GEAR UP Week, Sept. 17-22, at 20 schools across Vermont.
Students will join in special activities and programs as part of VSAC’s GEAR...
30
Aug
September is the perfect time to save for college
VSAC celebrates College Savings Month with 529 account prize packages
WINOOSKI (August 28, 2018)—September is National College Savings Month, an ideal time to open or add to a Vermont Higher Education Investment Plan account to get the maximum in savings and tax benefits. Plus this September...