Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that starting in 2023, students with a high school diploma, certificate of completion, or high school equivalency can apply for the Michigan Achievement Scholarship and lower their cost of college by thousands of dollars a year. Students should talk to their parents or guardians, gather documents, and fill out their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible in order to take advantage of this scholarship opportunity.
Students who are eligible for the Michigan Achievement Scholarship may receive more financial aid from the State of Michigan:
- Up to $2,000 if they attend an eligible private training provider in Michigan, per year, up to two years
- Up to $2,750 if they attend a community college, per year, up to three years.
- Up to $5,500 if they attend a public university, per year, up to five years.
- Up to $4,000 if they attend a private college or university, per year, up to five years
*Financial need is defined as an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $25,000 or less.
High school seniors or students earning their high school equivalency or certificate of
completion in 2023 can get started by filing the FAFSA.
Visit michigan.gov/achievement for program information, frequently asked questions and more.