VSAC: College and Career Training Resources for Vermonters

Enrolling in a registered apprenticeship program is a smart investment in your career. It provides hands-on training, mentorship, and a path to a rewarding career with long-term stability and growth opportunities. Come learn about the opportunities that exist in Vermont, and how to pursue a registered apprenticeship to take the first step toward your dream career. This is a recording of the live w...

This workshop will give neurodiverse students and their families the tools you need to determine fit and prepare for the transition to education after high school. We will discuss what to consider, the questions to ask, the legal landscape, and the wide range of accommodations, supports, and programs that exist in post-secondary education today. The presenter will also share some details about the...

The admissions essay brings your unique voice to your college applications – this session will provide you with strategies to approach this important piece of writing and a better understanding of how it will be reviewed. This is a recording of the live workshop at College & Career Pathways on March 8, 2025. Audience: Best for 10th & 11th grade students and their parents/guardians Presente...

High school students and parents/guardians, whether you’re college-bound, training-bound, or not sure, VSAC's college and career pathways events and resources are for you. This is a recording of the live welcome at College & Career Pathways on March 8, 2025, featuring VSAC Senior Director of Outreach, Research, and Development Kirstin Boehm, UVM Senior Associate Director of Admissions Sara...

Find out how families cover college costs. We'll explain the types of financial aid available (grants, scholarships, loans); the basics of financial aid applications; and ways to compare college costs before you apply. Learn more about financial aid options: https://www.vsac.org/pay/student-aid-options Find out how families cover college costs. We'll explain the types of financial aid avai...

This virtual training session provides important updates and changes to financial aid resources covering VSAC and Vermont State Financial Aid updates for the 2025-2026 academic year. Presented by: Kirstin Boehm (Senior Director of Outreach Research and Development) and Miranda Roth (Manager of Grants and Scholarships) Download the PDF of the presentation here: https://www.vsac.org/financial-aid-re...

This virtual training session provides important updates and changes to financial aid resources covering Federal updates and Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) changes for the 2025-2026 academic year. Presented by: Carrie Harlow (VSAC Resource Center) and Stacey King (VSAC Adult Education Opportunity Counselor) Download the PDF of the presentation here: https://www.vsac.org/financial...

This episode was originally published on View From The Top Podcast . In this episode of “View from the Top,” host Bill Lucci sits down with Scott Giles, President and CEO of the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC). Join us as Scott shares his journey from studying religious ethics to leading one of Vermont’s critical educational organizations. Learn about VSAC’s evolving role in supporti...

Learn about a number of inclusive college programs in Vermont designed for students with developmental disabilities and autism. Audience: Best for 10th–12th grade students and their parents/guardians Presenters: Bryan Dague, Ed. D., Director of Think College at the University of Vermont, Chris Kennedy, Regional Director, College Steps, and Marie Frietze, Accessibility Services Resource Coordinator...

Get the inside scoop on the variety of post-high school education and training options available to students, and learn about MyFutureVT, the free, one-stop online resource you can use to explore Vermont’s most promising careers and the education and training programs to get into these jobs. Audience: Best for 9th–12th grade students and their parents/guardians Presenter: Tom Cheney, Executive Dir...

Know you want to continue your education after high school, but unsure how to choose a school or training program? This interactive workshop will help you consider what you want from your post-high school experience, and provide strategies and tools to start narrowing down the search to institutions that meet your needs. Audience: Best for 9th–11th grade students alone or with their parents/guardi...

This workshop will give neurodiverse students and their families the tools you need to determine fit and prepare for the transition to education after high school. We will discuss what to consider, the questions to ask, the legal landscape, and the wide range of accommodations, supports, and programs that exist in post-secondary education today. The presenter will also share some details about the...

Geared towards those navigating the transition from high school to their next chapter of life, this session will cover the fundamental life skills you need to take control of your finances. Learn practical strategies for creating a budget you can stick to, find out what makes your credit score, and how to manage debt without being overwhelmed. Your upcoming choices can impact you for years- don&#3...

Want to make yourself a stronger candidate for college admissions and merit-based financial aid by earning a high score? Get “best practice” strategies and free test-prep resources from a professional test prep tutor. Audience: Best for 10th & 11th grade students Presenter: Matthew Shagam, Tutor (Please note that the presenter will be joining this session virtually) Learn about College & C...

Scholarships—like grants are financial aid that you don’t need to pay back. They’re offered by different groups, organizations, and even individuals. And they’re offered for all kinds of achievements, to all kinds of students. Audience: Best for 11th grade students and their parents/guardians Presenter: Matt "Beagle" Bourgault, VSAC Talent Search Director Learn about College & Career...

Overwhelmed by the college admissions process? Hear directly from college admissions counselors about the steps involved in applying, what they look for in students, and how they can support you through the process. Audience: Best for 10th & 11th grade students and their parents/guardians Presenters: Sarah Hobart, Senior Associate Director of Admissions, University of Vermont & Elga Gruner...

How can you help your child figure out what they want to do, without telling them what to do? This workshop will cover what your high schooler needs from you in their career search, and how to help them identify and explore their career interests. Audience : Best for the parents/guardians of 9th–12th grade students Presenter: Kathi Terami, Executive Director, Careers CLiC Learn about College &...

The admissions essay brings your unique voice to your college applications – this session will provide you with strategies to approach this important piece of writing and a better understanding of how it will be reviewed. Find out what colleges look for in the admissions essay and discover how to craft an essay that sets you apart. Audience: Best for 10th & 11th grade students and their parent...

High school students and parents/guardians, whether you’re college-bound, training-bound, or not sure, VSAC's college and career pathways events and resources are for you. Learn about College & Career Pathways and download resources at ⁠College & Career Pathways.⁠

Participants will learn about the Flexible Pathways opportunities available to students and how participating in one or more of these programs in high school can help you get a jumpstart on your future. Audience: Best for 9th–11th grade students and their parents/guardians Presenter: Amy Dodge, Post-Secondary Programs Coordinator, Vermont Agency of Education Learn about College & Career Pathwa...

Find out how families cover college costs. We'll explain the types of financial aid available (grants, scholarships, loans); the basics of financial aid applications; and ways to compare college costs before you apply. Audience: Best for 10th & 11th grade students and their parents/guardians Presenter: Matt "Beagle" Bourgault, VSAC Talent Search Director Learn about College &...