Option B — 461B: Pre-Planning for Program Designation
This funding opportunity is available for potential partnerships seeking their first Early College Designation.
Eligible programs must complete a Pre-planning survey to apply, indicating their plan to apply for Designation in Summer 2026, intending to launch a Designated Early College program in Fall 2027. These programs are expected to align their planning efforts with the Massachusetts Designation Criteria and have identified gaps in college enrollment among the student population they serve. This option is intended to support early-stage infrastructure planning.
GEMs Application Availability:
- Alchemer Survey: Friday, October 15, 2025 (extended from original date of October 3, 2025)
- Option B, opens in GEMS (461B): Tuesday, October 7, 2025
- GEMS Deadline: Friday, October 31, 2025