Legislators passed the $560 million scholarship program, marking a historic investment in addressing the barrier of college affordability in Michigan.
MCAN is encouraged by the announcement of President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan and the progress that it makes in addressing the persistent and widespread problem of postsecondary affordability.
Funds will support College Completion Corps coaches at Michigan’s three tribal colleges
Funds will be dedicated to supporting new college access and success initiatives
MCAN executive director praises state’s commitment to investing in education.
Funding will support AdviseMI, MSU College Advising Corps and College Completion Corps
Funding is dedicated to increasing FAFSA completion rate for class of 2022
Funded projects include a range of initiatives to increase access and support students as they transition to postsecondary education.
Ryan Fewins-Bliss, Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) executive director, provided testimony during the Feb. 24 meeting of the Michigan Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Universities and Community Colleges.
Budget proposal for the 2023 fiscal year invests in students, educators and educational institutions