Why Beacon Wednesdays: Career Pathways
Apr. 22 @ 6 p.m.
Explore career outcomes and opportunities tied to our most popular majors, with insights from career advisors and faculty.
Get to know Beacon College! Join us for a Virtual Discovery Day, participate in one of our program information sessions, meet with us one-on-one, or learn more about one of our incredible college readiness topics. All events listed below are in Eastern Time.
No matter how you choose to engage with us, we look forward to meeting you!
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Understanding Your Financial Aid Award Letter
May 6 @ 6 p.m.
Confused by your financial aid award letter? Navigating cost and offer differences between colleges? This session will walk you through how to read and interpret your award, understand grants, loans, and scholarships, and ask the right questions so you can feel confident about your next steps.
Why Beacon Wednesdays: Student Panel
Apr. 8 @ 6 p.m.
What’s it really like to be a student at Beacon? In this Why Beacon Wednesdays session, hear directly from current students about their journeys—from navigating college life to building friendships, getting involved, and growing confidence. Great for students and families who want the real scoop about living at Beacon!
New Major! Spotlight on Early Childhood Education Studies
Available on Demand
Discover Beacon College’s exciting new major in Early Childhood Education Studies! Join Dean Rosemarie DeJarnett to explore how this hands-on program helps future educators build confidence, spark curiosity, and prepare for meaningful careers in and beyond the classroom.
Why Beacon Wednesdays: Faculty Panel
Available on Demand
Thinking about what you might study at Beacon? As part of Why Beacon Wednesdays, this panel features professors from some of our most popular programs. Perfect for students still exploring their interests, you’ll learn how our faculty teach differently—and why it matters for students with learning differences.
Why Beacon Wednesdays: The 5 Pillars of Student Success
Available on Demand
What does it really take to thrive in college? Hear from VP of Academic Affairs, Dr. Kevin Reilly, and VP of Student Affairs, Dr. Dana Manzo, on the five core pillars that form the foundation of academic and holistic success, and how Beacon supports these key areas.
Why Beacon Wednesdays: Career Readiness
Available on Demand
Preparing for life after college starts long before graduation. In this session, you’ll learn how our Center for Career Preparation helps students identify their strengths, explore professional interests, gain hands-on experience, and build essential workplace skills.
Why Beacon Wednesdays: First Year & Transfer Student Experience
Available On Demand
Whether you're coming straight from high school or looking for a fresh start, this Why Beacon Wednesdays session explores how Beacon supports students during the transition to college life. Hear from our team about how we help new students—first-year and transfer—settle in, connect, and thrive on campus.
Hidden Costs of College for Students with Learning Differences
Available on Demand
For students with learning differences, the true cost of college goes beyond tuition. Many institutions charge extra for critical support services—expenses that can add up quickly. Join us to learn more about potential hidden costs and the value of Beacon's comprehensive support model.
Why Beacon Wednesdays: Academic Support
Available On Demand
Part of our four-part Why Beacon Wednesdays series, this webinar will dive into Beacon’s built-in academic support model with campus leadership. Learn how Beacon's math, reading, writing, and executive functioning helps students with learning differences succeed—without hidden fees or hoops to jump through.
The Beacon Difference: Live Staff and Faculty Panel
Available On Demand
What makes Beacon the best college for students who learn differently, and the #3 college in the southern region? Hear from current Beacon staff and faculty about “the Beacon difference!”
The Learning Specialist Model
In this session, learn how our experienced learning specialists work with students to ensure they have the executive functioning skills needed to find academic success and to plan for their future.