Post Secondary Planning

Naviance
A college & career exploration and planning tool

Common Application 

A major component in the college application process for many colleges/universities

College Board

An organization that connects students to college success.  Includes: SAT/PSAT/AP/CSS Financial Profile and college exploration

ACT

An organization dedicated to helping people achieve education and workplace success. Most notably used for the ACT test for college admissions

FAFSA 

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid -- often used as a tool as part of financing college

MEFA

MEFA helps students and families access and afford higher education and reach financial goals and helps to support the independence, growth, and success of students and families. 

NCAA

The NCAA is dedicated to the well-being and lifelong success of college athletes.  Students who are looking to play DI or DII sports must register with the NCAA as part of the application process

NACAC College Fairs

Chose from our In-Person National College Fairs or our Virtual College Fairs to make connections with hundreds of institutions - all in one place! 

Mass. Public State Schools

Learn about program offerings, average incoming high school GPA and cost of attendance at Massachusetts' public colleges and universities.

Mass. Community Colleges

Massachusetts has 15 Community Colleges, that offer unique opportunities. Each college provides open access to high quality and affordable academic programs with opportunities to transfer to 4 year institutions.

 MASS HIRE

A free on-line tool for all Massachusetts residents.  It is designed to provide occupational and educational information to help people make better-informed career and school choices. 

Students can create an account and access ways to explore more about themselves and potential future careers

How to Write a Resume

An important step in the application process.  While students often utilize Naviance for their resume students are encouraged to create their own outside of Naviance

How to get a Work Permit

Enrolled at school?  Under 18?  You'll need a work permit once you procure a job offer.  Click the icon above to learn about the process and return it to the school counseling office for next steps

Learn More about the Military

Army

Marine Corps

Navy

Air Force

Coast Guard

Space Force

Dynamy Internship Year

Dynamy Internship Year is a domestic, long-standing gap-year program created for students ages 17-22 who want to pursue a unique, hands-on learning experience. 

Gap Year Association

This website helps you to explore reputable Gap Year options and help to promote scholarship and inclusivity options.

Believe that all intentional gap years have significant practical outcomes, whether independent or as part of a formal program. The GYA focuses on four core areas: (1) Research, (2) Equity & Access, (3) Resources, and (4) Standards & Accreditation.