Where will the Congress be held?

The Congress will take place at the Tsongas Center, located on the campus of UMass Lowell. It is about a 40-minute drive from downtown Boston.

📍 Tsongas Center- 300 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Lowell, MA 01852

What is the schedule for the Congress?

On Wednesday, June 25th the Congress will begin at 6 PM and end at 9:30 PM. On Thursday, June 26th, and Friday, June 27th, the Congress will begin at 10 AM and end at 9:30 PM.

The Academy will share a preliminary schedule on the website approximately 3 months before the Congress. A sample schedule is available as a preview. The final schedule will continue to be adjusted until the day the Congress begins, as we intend to create the most exciting experience including the most interesting speakers.

Can my family attend the Congress with me?

Yes! Parents/guardians and family members are welcome to attend the Congress free of charge on a space-available basis. We will have parent and special guest seating in an area separate from the Delegates with a good view of the Congress proceedings.

Seating for parents is limited to ONE parent or family member on the opening night of the Congress and on a space-available basis for the other two days. 

When should we plan to arrive/depart?

Plan to arrive in to the Boston area no later than by noon on June 25th. That will give you enough time to travel to Lowell and arrive at the Tsongas Center in time. Reminder, doors open at 4 PM!

The Congress will run into the evening on June 27th, so departing on Saturday, June 28th is recommended.

Are there hotels in the area offering special rates?

To help you with your lodging needs for the Congress, we have contacted a few hotels in the area and arranged special rates specifically for you.

Please keep in mind that once the room blocks have been filled, hotels will not guarantee the rates listed below. Also, please check with the hotel on their individual cancellation and refund policies as they are NOT our affiliates.

Access the list here →

What if a parent/guardian can't travel with me?

We offer the overnight program (for an additional $790), which is designed for students traveling to the Congress alone. It is a pre-college experience for an independent student and includes:

• Greeting students upon arrival at Logan International Airport or Boston South Station’s Amtrak.


• Transportation of students to accommodations and to designated departure locations. On departure day buses will be running on a continual basis to the airport and train station, students are responsible for coordinating their departures.


• Accommodations (multiple occupancy) at a nearby hotel for three designated nights with other Congress Delegates.


• Daily breakfast - Students are responsible for all other meals, snacks, and beverages during their stay. Plenty of food options are available at the Tsongas Center as well as in walking distance.

Students who take advantage of the overnight program should plan on and off spending money to cover lunches and dinners, plus any extra money they'd like for beverages and snacks.

Is the Tsongas Center wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Tsongas Center is wheelchair accessible. For more information on the accessibility of the venue, including restrooms and parking, please visit the Tsongas Center website.

I am visual/hearing impaired, can you help me find seats closer to the stage?

We have a reserved seating area to help accommodate your needs. Please contact the Admissions Office at (617) 307-7425 or use the contact form at the bottom of this page to arrange reserved seating.

What is the dress code for the Congress?

The dress code for the Congress is business casual which would includes wearing knee-length dresses or skirts, trousers, collared shirts, and blouses. We ask that all nominees refrain from wearing jeans, athletic wear, and flip-flops.

What if my parent/guardian or I need an ASL Interpreter, who should we contact?

Please contact the Admissions Office at (617) 307-7425 or email admissions@futuredocs.com.

Where should I park?

If you’re driving to the Congress, there is parking available at:

Lot B at Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell ($15/day), 300 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Lowell, MA 01852
Accessing Lot B: When you arrive at the intersection of Father Morissette Blvd & Arcand Dr, continue straight across the intersection towards the traffic circle in front of the Tsongas Center.  Take the 2nd exit of the traffic circle to access Lot B on your right.

Ayotte Garage ($15/day), 300 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Lowell, MA 01852
Accessing Ayotte Garage: When you arrive at the intersection of Father Morissette Blvd & Arcand Dr, continue straight across the intersection towards the traffic circle in front of the Tsongas Center.  Take the 1st exit of the traffic circle to enter the Ayotte Parking Garage.

Hall St Garage ($15/day), 29 Hall St, Lowell, MA, 01852
Accessing Hall St Garage: When you arrive at the intersection of Father Morissette Blvd & Arcand Dr continue turn left onto Father Morissette Blvd, continue 0.2 miles and turn right onto Suffolk St.  Continue on Suffolk St 0.1 mile and then turn left onto Hall St. The entrance to the Hall St Parking Garage will be approximately 300 ft on the right.

Opening at 8:30 PM each evening, we will have a FREE pickup lot where family members can wait in their vehicle for their students immediately outside the front doors of the Tsongas located in Lot A at Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell, 300 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Lowell, MA 01852.
Accessing Free Pickup Lot (Lot A): When you arrive at the intersection of Father Morissette Blvd & Arcand Dr facing the Tsongas Center, take a left at the light and enter Lot A on your immediate right.