Future Planning

School counselors support students with all aspects of postsecondary planning. Our goal is to make sure that each student who graduates from Mt. Abraham has a plan that is right for them. There are a variety of paths and resources available to students, please find information below on the various opportunities.

SENIOR MEETING

JUNIOR MEETING

Junior Meeting Outline-Class of 2027
Junior Year Planning Checklist
Questions for the Admissions Interview
Finding Colleges that Fit
Building Your College List
Campus Visit Checklist
Definitions of Admission Options
Comparing SAT vs ACT
SAT Registration Quick Guide
The College Board: SAT
The ACT

COLLEGE SEARCH / HELPFUL RESOURCES

College Navigator Search options to Net Price Calculators and cost estimates
NICHE College reviews by students for students
College Board's Big Future A search engine with a database of over 3700 schools
Princeton Review Interactive decision making in finding the right school
Peterson's Education Supersite Chat with other students about the selection process
CollegeData.com* More information and tools to aid in college planning
Colleges that Change Lives The forty schools discussed in Loren Pope's book
NCAA Clearinghouse Info for college-bound athletes who want to play at Division I or II
College Covered Has resources students can use to help pursue college options
New England Board of Higher Education Info on reduced tuition at NE regional schools
Integrated Post Secondary Education Data System Data on colleges nationwide
College Confidential Articles & third party opinions on admissions, rankings & financing
Peerlift.org Connecting students of all backgrounds to a proven selection of opportunities
Bentley College - Admissions 101 A guide to help you through the admissions process
Bentley College BLOG - How to get an A+ Letter of Recommendation - Tip Sheet

* Sites previously having the NACAC (National Association of College Admissions Counselors) Seal of Approval

COMMON APP

Common Application Apply online to over 700 schools with one application

CAREER RESOURCE LINKS

Explore Careers on the VSAC website Helps you find career information
Occupational Outlook Handbook Helps you find career information
O-Net Tool for career exploration and job analysis
My Perfect Resume Create the perfect job-worthy resume effortlessly
Free Resume Templates Over 280 resume samples in MS Word
College Grad Careers Explore College Grad's Top 30 Career Profiles
CareerOne Stop Research career information, training or jobs
VYCC Vermont Youth Conservation Corps
Vermont Works for Women Advancing gender equity & supporting women
Institute for American Apprenticeships Apprenticeship programs
My Next Move Answer questions about likes/dislikes and see careers people with similar interests have
Job Forward- Local Apprenticeship Opportunities
Green Mountain Work and Learn - this program is a curated gap year geared toward young adults interested in emerging technologies, but who have yet decided on the appropriate educational paths to careers in these fields.
Career Pathways Entry Program - A program through CCV, career seekers explore industries, participate in job shadows with local employers, gain college credit and an industry credential, and earn money while they learn.

STANDARDIZED TESTING (AP, SAT, ACT, PSAT & PRE-ACT)

SAT
ACT
Fairtest.org Schools that are test optional, test flexible or de-emphasize the use of standardized tests
Khan Academy Free SAT test prep
Schoolhouse Free SAT "bootcamp" sessions