We breakdown the location, degrees, student body, academics, services and activities, tuition and fees, and websites for each of the 15 community colleges spread throughout Massachusetts. …

Factors to consider include money, time, financial aid, if you apply early decision, if you want a specific program, if you have specific needs, and if you apply to selective colleges. …

Our tips for avoiding summer melt include heading to campus, staying connected, remaining diligent, talking it out, and having family meetings. …

The College Navigator Program offered through Easter Seals helps to connect students with a disability to an individual to help them with things like classwork organization and timelines, finding resources on campus, or processing social relationships and conflicts.…

A mother reflects on how attending a college graduation brought up college planning considerations for her children, including visiting a college campus, thinking about finances, talking about career plans, and considering school location and distance. …

Other options besides college include trade schools, community college, developing a skill, going into the military, starting a business, or going right into the workforce.…

Get the facts including interest rates, no application or origination fees, instant decision on complete applications, multiple repayment options, set monthly payments, and expert guidance. …

The manager the Commonwealth Commitment program explains her role at the Department of Higher Education, how Reverse Transfer Pathway helps students, the benefits of the Commonwealth Commitment program, how it compares to programs in other states, and how students learn about the program. …

With the U.Plan, if you don't attend a participating college or university, you'll still receive your savings back plus interest calculated at CPI with no penalty or taxes due on earnings…

Tips include learning time management, preparing for the worst, taking care of yourself mentally, physically, and emotionally, knowing when to ask for help, and assessing the risk before making decisions. …