Gateway to College at Massasoit
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Massasoit Community College

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Contact Gateway to College:


Christina Alves
Gateway to College, Director
Massasoit Community College
(508) 588-9100 x1687

(508) 427-1271 fax
Email Christina


Balbina Cardoso
Gateway to College
Coordinator of Student Services
(508) 588-9100 x1663

(508) 427-1271 fax
Email Balbina


Sharice Ferris
Coordinator of Academic Services
(508) 588-9100 x1689
(508) 427-1271 fax
Email Sharice


Cheryl Stearn
Gateway to College
Data Manager
(508) 588-9100 x1688
(508) 427-1271 fax
Email Cheryl

Desirée Singleton
Staff Assistant
(508) 588-9100 x1691
(508) 427-1271 fax
Email Desiree


How to Apply to the Gateway to College Program

To qualify for this program, you MUST:
  • Be between 16 and 20 years old with at least an 8th grade reading level           
  • Be able to attain a high school diploma before turning 22 years old           
  • Have left high school before graduation OR at risk of dropping out           
  • Have less than senior standing or are behind in high school credits           
  • Live within a participating school district (Brockton, Randolph, Holbrook, Southeastern Regional or Norton; proof of residency required)
  • Can provide proof of medical insurance coverage
  • Are able to pay a $57.00 registration fee for every semester you are enrolled in the program
Step 1: Request a Gateway to College Preliminary Application Form
by calling 508-588-9100 ext. 1691 or downloading the application here.

Once completed, you may fax the form to 508-427-1271 or mail form to:

Massasoit Community College
One Massasoit Boulevard
Brockton, MA 02302
Attn: Gateway to College

Step 2: Attend an Information Session

If you meet the requirements for eligibility, you will be referred to an evaluation session and be required to complete an application packet. During the evaluation session you will take a series of tests in reading, writing and math which will be used to evaluate your readiness and placement in the program.

For testing information please contact: Desiree Singleton at extension 1691

Step 3: Participate in an Individual Interview

Interviews generally occur one week after your Evaluation Session and are about 15 minutes long. The interview gives us an opportunity to get to know you better, and learn more about your strengths and motivations.

Step 4: Complete / submit all required paperwork

Once you have completed the above steps and turned in all required paperwork (completed and signed application, 3 essays, letter of recommendation, high school transcripts from ALL schools attended, confidential release, school district information form, official withdrawal letter (if already dropped out) and proof of residency, the selection committee will review your file and determine if you will be accepted into the program.
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Massasoit Community College, Brockton, MA 02302      Page last updated: March 22, 2013