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74%Careers in Michigan's Hot 50 jobs that require a bachelor's degree or more. Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget

$1.35MIncreased earnings of a college grad over the course of their lifetime compared to an individual with only a high school diploma.Social Security Administration

42Careers in Michigan’s Hot 50 jobs that require formal learning past high school.Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget

Press Releases

Apr 16, 2025

MCAN Congratulates Southeastern High School on School of Excellence Award

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Apr 10, 2025

MCAN supports Gov. Whitmer’s call to get more young men enrolled in college

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Upcoming Professional Development

Hosting a College Match and Fit Day Event

MCAN's virtual Innovation Labs provide an opportunity for dialogue among school counselors and other college access professionals in meetings that highlight emerging strategies positively affecting the college-going culture in their communities.

Are you wondering, “What is College Match and Fit Day? Who is it for? What does it look like? How can I do it, too?” Join counselors from Godwin Heights High School in this Innovation Lab webinar to learn about how they implemented College Match and Fit to prepare students for a seamless transition to senior year. They will share resources, ideas, and answer all of the above questions and more.

Educated Workforce Summit 2025

The annual Michigan College Access Network Educated Workforce Summit aims to convene a diverse array of stakeholders across K-12 education, higher education, and the workforce development sector focused on increasing educational attainment. Through strategic dialogues, the summit fosters collaborative discussions that integrate perspectives from across these sectors.

Meeting Updated EDP Requirements with Xello's Enhanced Reporting

Join Xello and MCAN for an overview of new updates to the Michigan Career Development Model and learn about new features Xello has built for Michigan educators and students for the 2025-26 school year! This webinar will provide you with the background you need to understand changes to the MCDM and updates to Michigan Education Development Plan requirements. We will also review the new comprehensive EDP reporting Xello has built for Michigan, that makes it easier than ever to get the data you need to track student completion and MCDM compliance.

Sixty by 30

At MCAN, we have one main goal: Increasing the percentage of Michigan residents with degrees or postsecondary certificates to 60% by the year 2030. By supporting increased access to postsecondary opportunities for low-income students, students of color, and first-generation college-going students, we address systemic inequities head-on. This way, we can empower students and communities in Michigan for generations to come.

February 7, 2025

Three Outstanding (and Free) FAFSA Resources for Students and Families

Alessandra Cipriani-Detres

December 11, 2024

MCAN testifies before Michigan House Education Committee on SB 1142

Dr. Ty Forquer

December 11, 2024

MCAN testifies before Michigan House Education Committee on SB 463

Dr. Ty Forquer

Education. Equity. Empowerment.

When we overturn the barriers preventing many students from accessing postsecondary education, we can empower them to thrive and make a positive impact in their communities—making all of Michigan stronger. Everyone in Michigan deserves this opportunity. That's why our work matters.