Student resources information & links
Michigan Achievement Scholarship
The Michigan Achievement Scholarships are designed to help recent high school graduates in Michigan receive funds for continuing education. Eligible students could receive financial aid to attend a college or university with the Michigan Achievement Scholarship or for a career training program with the Michigan Achievement Skills Scholarship. This information is broken down by Public & Private colleges/universities, Community Colleges (through the Community College guarantee), and Career Training programs in the skilled trades. Those interested in Public & Private colleges & universities (after meeting qualifying standards) are eligible for up to $5,500 per year for up to five years, while those interested in Career Training programs/schools (after meeting qualifying standards) are up to $2,000 per year for up to two years to earn an industry-recognized certificate for a faster track to a high-paying career.
Michigan Achievement Scholarship Benefits
Lowering the cost of college by thousands of dollars each year
Reducing reliance on debt from private or federal loans
Most students will qualify to receive the Michigan Achievement Scholarship:
Reducing reliance on debt from private or federal loans
Adding pathways to success for students, families, and businesses
All students who fill out the FAFSA are automatically considered
Detailed information on each of the three paths regarding the Michigan Achievement Scholarship
https://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/programs/michigan-achievement-scholarship
Community College Guarantee
The Michigan Achievement Scholarship is designed to help students pursue their dreams, goals, and aspirations in the Mitten State! Graduating high school seniors are eligible to earn a skill certificate or degree at their local community college tuition-free just by filling out the new and simplified FAFSA.
Beginning Fall 2024, students from the Class of 2023 and beyond may be eligible for the Community College Guarantee, which includes:
In-district tuition, contact hours, and mandatory fees.
An additional $1,000 Michigan Achievement Bonus award for Pell-eligible students, which can be used toward additional college costs.
This information is about the Community College guarantee and the Michigan Achievement Scholarship and how it is attached to the guarantee. The use and application of the funds is contingent upon whether the student lives in a district that has a community college and whether or not the student has completed the FAFSA. The Community College Guarantee covers In-district tuition, contact hours, and mandatory fees. Students who attend a community college that is "out-of-district" will still receive a significant discount. The FAFSA is typically open to students and parents in October to coincide with free college application month. However, the FAFSA has been revised and is not available until December 2024.
In district or out-of-district FAQ: https://youtu.be/705P46BzIMA
Michigan Career Outlook through 2032
This publication provides multiple lists of in-demand occupations through 2032 by education and training requirements and highlights the most in-demand STEM occupations. The list also provides data on projected growth for each occupation to give students an idea of the number of potential jobs available in each field.
Michigan Hot 50 Job Outlook through 2032
This publication highlights Michigan’s high-demand, high-wage careers that show a favorable mix of projected long-term job growth, projected annual job openings, and median wages through 2032. Several websites that offer lists of jobs allow employers and employees to connect, and search engines for seeking out potential careers based on an individual’s interests and skills are listed as well.