Within MEFA Pathway, students can take a skills assessments and use the results to build a resume and explore potential future careers that their skills would be a good match for.…

Learn the process for college tours, including how to check in, what will be covered, how many families will be with you, how long the tour will last, what you'll see, who you'll meet, and what you may receive at the end. …

Students can use the My Journal feature, a tool inspired by the MyCAP model, to record their thoughts, reactions, and decisions as they progress through activities within MEFA Pathway. …

Topics include switching the application type, reasons not to apply EA and ED, chances of acceptance, financial aid, and repercussions on not accepting an ED offer.…

Counselors can learn about the FAFSA Completion Tool, what it shows you, how to use and access it, and how this tool can help you take school-wide action when it comes to getting students to complete the FAFSA.…

Tips include knowing the total cost of the loan, having good credit, reading the fine print, understanding that all borrowers have equal responsibility, and choosing the option that is best for your family. …

Learn about Blackstone Valley Education Foundation, how they create the programs, what criteria students must adhere to, how many students participate, and what the benefits of the program are for students, local businesses, and community partners. …

Reasons to save include lowering college debt, small amounts adding up, tax deductions, and tax-free earnings.…

Learn what a post-grad program is, the length of the program, reasons why a student might attend a post-grad program, the admissions process, and more. …

Steps including selecting a college savings program, deciding how much and how often to save, and getting family and friends involved. …