I'm considering schools in Michigan and worried about the costs. Are there state-specific scholarships or grants available for students attending college in Michigan? Any advice on where to find comprehensive information about them would be great!
Absolutely, there are indeed numerous scholarships and grants available for students planning to attend college in Michigan. Here are some you might consider:
1. The Michigan Competitive Scholarship: This is based on both financial need and merit. Eligible students must achieve a qualifying ACT/SAT score and showcase financial need.
2. Michigan Tuition Grant: This aid is specifically for students attending independent, non-profit, degree-granting colleges and universities based in Michigan. Eligibility is determined through the FAFSA.
3. Fostering Futures Scholarship: This is for students who have experienced foster care in Michigan.
4. Children of Veterans Tuition Grant: This is for students whose parent is a Michigan veteran who died or became totally and permanently disabled as a result of military service.
5. Police Officer's and Fire Fighter's Survivor Tuition Grant: Provides tuition assistance to children and spouses of Michigan police officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty.
6. Gear Up Michigan Scholarship: This scholarship is specific to students who participated in the Gear Up program during the 11th and/or 12th grades.
To find comprehensive information about these scholarships and to find additional programs, you can visit the Michigan Department of Treasury site, which has a 'Student Financial Aid' section that provides detailed descriptions of state scholarships and grants available. But remember, always submit your FAFSA too, as it can also open up opportunities for federal grants and even some school-specific scholarships. Each university also may offer its grants and scholarships, be sure to check their individual financial aid websites.
Keep in mind, make sure to start your scholarship search as soon as possible, apply to as many as you qualify for, and pay attention to deadlines.
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