What
Navigator
Offers

Program profiles include a list of typical jobs that program graduates land along with Boston area salaries for occupations targeted by the program.

Navigator pulls in detailed program cost information from the Federal College Scorecard site including the average net cost to students from families with incomes below $50,000, and scholarship and financial aid options.

Users can search for programs by career area, salary, degree level, degree name, type of program sponsor (public college, apprenticeship), or keyword.

Navigator includes a broad range of programs to meet students’ varied career interests. It includes sub-bachelor’s programs in HVAC and radiologic technology; four-year college programs in nursing or construction management; and combined BS/Graduate programs in physical therapy and social work.

Navigator also features information on building trades apprenticeships that prepare students for well-paying careers in fields including electrician and carpenter. Other non-college training pathways include Year Up’s program in computer support and police and fire academy programs.

Navigator researchers conduct detailed interviews with program staff to dig below the general information provided in brochures and program websites. Hard-to-find information featured in Navigator include profiles of accepted candidates and tips for gaining admission to selective programs.