Franklin Cummings Tech

Franklin Cummings Tech Franklin Cummings Tech delivers transformative technical and trade education that leads to economic a

Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology, now commonly known as Franklin Cummings Tech, empowers students to achieve their career goals and attain economic advancement through accessible, flexible, and hands-on technical and trade education. We deliver 21st-century education built on history dating back to a 1790 bequest from Benjamin Franklin to the City of Boston to invest in trade edu

cation and entrepreneurship. From the application process through job placement, we're here to help create clear pathways to careers through technical education at certificate, associate, and bachelor's degree levels. With an 85% job placement rate, demand for our graduates is high, because they have the skills employers need, and because they learn durable skills like effective communication, teamwork, and critical problem-solving along with technical acumen. As skilled technicians, our graduates know how to make things work; as good citizens, they herald civic responsibility in their communities.

We can't wait to welcome our new and returning students to campus for the Fall 2026 semester! The first day of fall clas...
08/31/2026

We can't wait to welcome our new and returning students to campus for the Fall 2026 semester! The first day of fall classes is Tuesday, September 8th.

Here are a few pro tips for students to get your fall off to a great start:
➡️ Double-check your class schedule in the My FCTech student portal (https://my.franklincummings.edu/). Contact your success coach if you have questions about the schedule.
➡️ Plan your commute to campus, making sure you'll arrive a few minutes before each class starts. MBTA.com has some great trip planning tools.
➡️ Review your class syllabus(es) in Canvas to stay on top of upcoming assignments.
➡️ Check out franklincummings.edu/calendar and choose some fun campus events to attend this fall.

Our Associate Dean of Admissions Min Chen and Director of Special Programs Gary Chin represented the college today at th...
08/19/2026

Our Associate Dean of Admissions Min Chen and Director of Special Programs Gary Chin represented the college today at the inaugural Credible Messengers Program's Statewide Reentry Community Fair at Pryde Community Center in Hyde Park. This event was dedicated to connecting people with resources, opportunities, and community partners from across Massachusetts.

A highlight for Min and Gary was sharing a table with Payton Renfroe and Ashley Montgomery from the Office of Returning Citizens. The Credible Messenger program, developed by the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, is a transformative mentoring initiative to support justice-involved individuals with a successful return to community.

Learn more about how Franklin Cummings Tech helps returning citizens gain the skills they need to succeed in the workforce through our Reentry Empowerment Program at https://franklincummings.edu/academics/reentry-empowerment-program/

Our August Orientation for new fall students is underway! Incoming students are meeting their success coaches, getting t...
08/13/2026

Our August Orientation for new fall students is underway! Incoming students are meeting their success coaches, getting to know each other, learning about their majors, taking ID photos, and connecting to the many supports that will help them succeed in college. We're excited to welcome this group of enthusiastic learners to FC Tech.

Fall classes start September 8th!

07/31/2026

Isaiah Morisset says Franklin Cummings Tech helped him achieve his dreams by connecting him to his employer, Johnson Controls, where he landed a co-op while enrolled in the HVAC&R Technology certificate program. Upon earning his certificate in 2025, he was hired by Johnson Controls as a full-time HVAC technician, but discovered the field of Building Energy Management (BEM) and became fascinated with the technology. "BEM is the future of HVAC," Isaiah said. "Everything is getting computerized, automated." BEM focuses on measuring, analyzing, and optimizing energy consumption in commercial, industrial, and residential facilities. Professionals in this field—such as energy managers, analysts, and systems specialists—lower operational costs, reduce carbon footprints, and improve indoor comfort without sacrificing occupant needs.

To build his skills and expand his career options at Johnson Controls, Isaiah completed the FC Tech BEM associate degree program and is now poised to start the college's Business Management bachelor's degree in Fall 2026.

He was able to stack his credits from the HVAC certificate and the associate degree, putting him on track to earn his bachelor's in Management with just two additional years of study--fully online.

The deadline to apply for this fall is August 1st!
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Today's Summer Career Fair gave HVAC&R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration) students and alumn...
07/23/2026

Today's Summer Career Fair gave HVAC&R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration) students and alumni the chance to make a great impression, share their skills, and explore entry-level opportunities with companies ready to hire. The event featured a series of small group meetings instead of a traditional tabling event, thus allowing students and employers to make more personal connections. Many thanks to the employer partners who attended and the HVAC students for being so well-prepared!

07/14/2026

Meet Nicholas Quarantiello, a 2026 graduate of the Franklin Cummings Tech HVAC&R Technology program who is now pursuing an associate degree in Building Energy Management. Nicholas loved the hands-on experience in the HVAC program, where he learned to troubleshoot a wide variety of heating, cooling, and refrigeration issues. He especially enjoyed learning about "smart building" technology, the computerized systems that adjust heating, cooling, air flow, and other systems to improve energy efficiency and keep building occupants comfortable. He was able to apply the credits from his HVAC program toward the Building Energy Management program, putting him on a path to complete his associate degree with just one additional year of study. Nicholas landed a co-op job this summer at Automated Logic, where he is putting his skills to work as a building energy management technician.


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07/09/2026

Meet Steven Thomas, a first year student in the Franklin Cummings Tech Construction Management associate degree program. Steven wanted to move into a career with strong earning potential and growth opportunities to support his growing family. After doing some research online and meeting with Admissions counselors, he decided to apply and was accepted into the Management program. He said his experience has been "phenomenal." He already landed a co-op working as a project manager intern at TWC Phoenix and feels like he is well on his way to a great career.

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07/08/2026

Meet Julius Rogers, a first year student in the Cybersecurity associate degree program. Julius was working as a catering company supervisor when a friend told him about his experiences in the Computer Information Technology program at Franklin Cummings Tech. After checking out a college brochure, Julius applied and was accepted into the Cybersecurity program. He had always loved computers and says the supportive faculty made his transition to college an easy one. He says the program has taught him the cutting edge skills he needs to land an internship in the industry and set him up for a successful career when he graduates.

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07/07/2026

Meet Eleanor Duda, who will graduate in 2027 from the Opticianry associate degree program. Eleanor was working in the Opticianry field, but wanted to advance her career and boost her income by becoming a licensed optician. "This is a field I'm very passionate about," she said. "I like learning anything technical about eyewear." She said the Opticianry program at Franklin Cummings Tech taught her the skills required to succeed as an Optician and guided her through the licensing process. She will even be able to complete the program in just one year, thanks to the Accelerated program offered to students who already hold a bachelor's degree.

We are enrolling now for Fall--apply by August 1st!
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07/06/2026

Meet another member of our Class of 2026! Aiden graduated in May with his associate degree in Mechatronics. He said he built a strong sense of community at Franklin Cummings Tech, especially with the professors in his program. Our associate degree program combines automations technology with electronics knowledge to prepare grads to step right into an entry-level technician role, or to continue their studies in a bachelor's program in mechanical or electrical engineering. Aiden said his goal after graduating is to continue into an electrical engineering bachelor's degree program. " I want to become an engineer," he said. "I want to make things that make people's lives better."

Enrolling now for Fall--apply by August 1st!
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