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Michigan
College Access Network is working to improve the futures of Michigan's
students and communities by making college accessible to all.
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| NEW STATEWIDE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM |
Today, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer held a press conference to announce the Futures for Frontliners Scholarship Program. MCAN supports the initiative and is providing this update to inform you about some of the details. You also can view our media statement.
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What Is It?
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- Provides scholarships for Michiganders without college degrees who worked in frontline jobs in essential industries during the state COVID-19 shutdown in spring 2020.
- Provides tuition-free access to public community colleges to earn an associate degree or industry-recognized certificate.
- Uses federal funds to launch the program.
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Two Pathways
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Path 1: For frontline workers who have a high school degree (or equivalent).
Path 2: For frontline workers who need to complete a high school degree (or equivalent).
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Eligibility Requirements
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- Be a Michigan resident.
- Worked in an essential industry (at least half time) for 11 of 14 weeks from April 1 to June 30, 2020.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Have not have previously earned a degree.
- Not be in default on a Federal student loan.
- Complete the Futures for Frontliners scholarship application by Dec. 31, 2020.
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How to Apply
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Application period: Sept.10-Dec. 31, 2020
Apply here → |
Scholarship Requirements
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- Apply to and be admitted to a Michigan public community college.
- Enroll at least half time in a Pell-eligible program that leads to an associate degree or industry-recognized certificate.
- Complete the current-year Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Enroll and begin classes in the winter, spring, summer, or fall semester of 2021.
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MCAN encourages you to share this information widely throughout your network. This is a tremendous opportunity for Michigan’s frontline workers in support of Sixty by 30!
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Champion Toolkit |
Check out the marketing materials for champions to promote Futures for Frontliners.
Explore the toolkit materials →
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| Webinar Recording |
Last month, MCAN hosted a webinar about Futures for Frontliners.
Watch the recording → |
| Hotline Available |
MCAN's College Advising Hotline is available for Futures for Frontliners applicants.
Learn more about the hotline → |
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200 N. Washington Square | Suite 420 | Lansing, MI 48933
517-316-1713
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