College Search and Planning

Welcome to the Springfield Promise Program!

Our Mission:

The Springfield Promise Program supports SPS Portrait of a Graduate initiative that every student must graduate ready for college and the careers of their future. We educate students, parents, and guardians about the college financial aid process; assist students in finding ways to make a post-secondary education attainable and affordable; and supports Guidance and Counseling staff to ensure all students graduate high school with a plan.


Our Services:

We provide a list of services to help get students ready for life after high school. Our services are free of charge and available to all SPS high school students. Our Financial Aid Advisors can help with

  • FSA ID creation, FAFSA, MASFA, and CSS Profile completion
  • Scholarship search
  • College Award Letter review
  • Financial Literacy workshops
  • Summer Melt
  • And more!

Resources and Links:

Financial Aid Timeline for the Class of 2026

College Planning Guide for the Class of 2026

Colleges with Great Financial Aid Packages

FAFSA Preparation Checklist

CSS Profile Preparation Checklist

CSS Profile Participating Institutions

MASFA Eligibility Requirements and FAQs

College Board

Federal Student Aid

Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority

Massachusetts Department of Higher Education – Student Financial Assistance


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