Financial Aid

Applying to College?  Covering the many costs incurred in pursuit of post-secondary education can be daunting.  Below are links and tools to help you navigate the process and provide assistance with many options available to you for your future planning.  

Financial Aid Overview 2025

MEFA
Offers education programs on taking out private student loans for college

Financial Aid 101
Helping families plan, save and pay for college

FAFSA
All colleges and universities require this financial aid application.  The FAFSA Application opens on October 1st.

CSS Profile
Some private colleges and universities require this application in addition to the FAFSA.  Application available October 1st.

If applying for ED (Early Decision) or EA (Early Action) you should check the priority deadline for your preferred college/university as soon as possible.

CSS 2025-2026 Participating Institutions
Colleges, universities and scholarship programs use CSS Profile as part of their financial aid process for some or all of their financial aid applicants.

Scholarship Search Ideas
The Guidance and Counseling department posts available scholarships on Naviance.  You will see a wide range of scholarships listed by upcoming deadline dates.  Students are encouraged to apply for as many scholarships for which they meet the criteria.  Guidance and Counseling is always adding to this list so please check periodically (winter months typically have the most new additions).

FAFSA Day Massachusetts
Offering virtual events from November to February that allow families to meet with a financial aid expert and get FAFSA help.