VSAC Publications

The VSAC Publications Library contains copies of our current print publications in PDF format. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view these documents.

PDFs of booklets, calendars, and magazines on this page may be time-consuming to download, particularly if you have a dial-up connection. E-mail VSAC if you would prefer a printed copy.

Saving for college

Saving for College Booklet (PDF) - a free guide for parents and grandparents, providing information on planning for the costs of college, methods available to invest or save for college, how to compare products to find the right method for your family, and trusts and other tools for grandparents who wish to assist with paying for college.

Planning for college

	Planning Guide for Grades 7-12 (PDF) – Information parents need for academic year 2010–2011 to help their children succeed in middle school and high school. For a printed publication, simply e-mail. View by chapter
	Life 101 - 2009 (PDF) – 16-page magazine for high school students; with articles and activities on college and career planning, financial literacy and money management, job skills, and more. (Note: If printing this item, please use the 11 x 17 page setup.)
	Adult Student Handbook (PDF) – An extensive guide for adults thinking of a career change or going back to school for more education.

Paying for college

	Paying for College Guide  – E-mail publications@vsac.org for our guide for students attending college in 2011–2012. The hands-on publication details the financial aid process: types of aid, the expected family contribution, tax incentives to help pay college costs, applying for aid, comparing financial aid award letters, and questions to ask of financial aid offices. View by chapter
	Scholarships Booklet (PDF) - Open and view the attached PDF or e-mail for a copy of our scholarships booklet, with info on more than 150 scholarships available to Vermont residents for the 2010-2011 academic year. Booklet includes application forms for all VSAC-assisted scholarships. For students attending college in 2010–2011, the application deadline for all VSAC-administered scholarships will be March 5, 2010.
	The No-Nonsense Guide to Education Loans – This booklet on undergraduate education loans for students (and their families) is currently being updated for students who will be attending college in 2011–2012. Check back this fall for the straight scoop on federal education loans vs. private loans and what to consider in the process of financing a college education.
	VT Residency brochure (PDF) – Explanation of the requirements that must be met to be considered a Vermont resident for VSAC grant-awarding purposes.

For education professionals

• VSAC Mentoring Manual (PDF) – An extensive guide to mentoring students, developed as part of the Vermont State GEAR UP program. Adult mentors provide positive role models to support students' personal development and academic success.

• VSAC Tutoring Manual (PDF) – An in-depth training and tutoring manual that contains extensive information and activities designed to establish a successful tutoring relationship through the certified VSAC Tutoring program.