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News Releases
06
Feb
Four high schools chosen to pilot new math proficiency course
Successful completion of ‘EMC2’ qualifies students for college-level math courses
WINOOSKI (February 6, 2019) – Four high schools have been chosen to pilot a new, much-anticipated course to strengthen math proficiencies in high school students before they graduate.
Beginning with the 2019-20 academic year...
01
Feb
F is for February, FAFSA and financial aid
Time for students to file for next year’s financial aid – including the Vermont State Grant
WINOOSKI (February 1, 2019) – Vermont Student Assistance Corp. is reminding students to file their annual FAFSA application – the crucial first step to receiving financial aid.
And VSAC has an additional incentive: Every high...
25
Jan
Statement from Scott Giles, president and CEO of Vermont Student Assistance Corp., regarding the nondegree grant program:
Putting a focus on adult learners who need education and skill training is the right thing to do for Vermont and our workforce needs. Addressing these challenges is not just a matter of economic urgency, but also an imperative of...
07
Jan
VSAC, CCV team up with $350,000 GEAR UP grant
Partnership reaches more Vermonters with education and training opportunities
WINOOSKI (January 7, 2019) — The Community College of Vermont will receive $350,000, thanks to Vermont Student Assistance Corp’s $31 million, seven-year federal GEAR UP grant awarded in October.
“Our continued partnership with...
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 &...