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Are You a First-Generation Trailblazer?

What is a First Gen? The term first-gen or first-generation student seems simple enough, though there is some wiggle room in the definition. Being a first-generation student means that your parents or guardians have not completed their bachelor’s degree. However, if your parents or guardians have attended some college, earned their degree outside of the […]

High School Admission Zoom Sessions!

We are hosting a series of Zoom sessions for our local high school students!  Check out the date for your school below and click the link to register! Grab a friend to join you! Parents and supporters are also welcome to join. Athol High School – October 22, 1 – 2 p.m.  – Register here […]

What is Mass Transfer? How can it help you save on your education?

What is Mass Transfer? Students who attend a Massachusetts state community college, state university, or UMass system school are eligible to transfer seamlessly from one to another, enabling students to stay on track to achieve their bachelor’s degrees by taking advantage of the MassTransfer agreements. There are a couple of different options to choose from, […]

College on a Fast Pass: Certificates & Associate Degrees

Fifty percent of American college students aren’t getting a bachelor’s degree. No, they’re not slackers. Actually, they’re learning skills in demand and positioning themselves for 21st-century careers, according to a recent study from Georgetown University. And they’re doing it in half the time it takes to get a bachelor’s degree. So what’s their secret? These […]

How to Register for Class!

Registering for courses online is easy, even if you normally meet with an advisor. Online registration is available 24/7 and you can do it in your jammies! Now, what’s better than that? First Step – What classes do you need? Log onto iConnect and click the DegreeWorks icon. You are now able to view which […]