Bay College encourages community members to spread the word about two State of Michigan programs that can help eligible students pursue higher education with little or no tuition cost. Whether someone has been talking about starting college, returning to school, or finally finishing a degree, these resources deserve a serious look.
Michigan Reconnect provides eligible Michigan residents age 21 and older with a tuition-free pathway to earn an associate degree or eligible skills certificate at their in-district community college. To qualify, applicants must meet Michigan residency requirements, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and not have previously earned an associate or bachelor’s degree. Michigan Reconnect is a last-dollar scholarship that covers in-district tuition, mandatory fees, and contact hours after other applicable financial aid is applied.
Recent Michigan high school graduates may also have access to tuition assistance through the Michigan Achievement Scholarship. For students attending a community college, the scholarship’s Community College Guarantee can cover in-district tuition, contact hours, and mandatory fees for eligible students. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and meet program eligibility requirements. The Community College Guarantee does not have an income or Student Aid Index requirement.
These opportunities can make the cost of college significantly more manageable for students at different stages of life. Bay College encourages students, families, friends, employers, and community members to share the information with anyone who may be considering college or career training.
Learn more about Michigan Reconnect at Michigan.gov/Reconnect and the Michigan Achievement Scholarship and Community College Guarantee at Michigan.gov/Achievement.
For information about attending Bay College and available financial aid opportunities, prospective students are encouraged to contact Bay College Director of Admissions Jessica Beaver at (906) 217-4301 or jessica.beaver@baycollege.edu.
About Bay College
Bay College is the community’s college with a mission of: Student Success, Community Success, and Culture of Success. Bay is devoted to each individual’s achievement in the classroom, on-campus, online, in the community and into the workforce by providing career certificates, associate degrees, transferable university credits, industry certifications, trainings, and professional development programs which develop skillsets, enrich individuals, and advance careers. #BayIsTheWay