黨ǿmv partners with state for Reconnect, a new tuition-free scholarship for adults
黨ǿmvis partnering with the state for the newMichigan Reconnectscholarshipprogram unveiled Tuesdayby Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
In an efforttohelp address a widening skills gap within the state’s workforce, the scholarship offersMichigandersage 25 or older free tuition to pursue anassociatedegree orskillscertificate.Current and former LMC students who meet eligibility requirements and haven't yet completed their degree also can apply for this free-tuition scholarship opportunity.
“This scholarshipisa tremendous opportunity for anyone who has dreamed of a college education or a chance at a better job,”LMC President Trevor A.Kubatzkesaid.“It also comes at a time whenemployersare seeking to fill a need forhighly skilled workers.Michigan Reconnect will not only help individuals and familiespursue their dreams, butitwillalso helpour regionbuild a modern workforceforthe future.”
Michigan employers’ ability to find highly skilled employees isa top concern.As of 2019, only 42% of Michigan’s working-age residents had an associate degree or higher. Michiganders without a college degree or training credential often face economic challenges. A 2020 analysis by the American Association of Community Colleges reports the median earnings of full-time employees with a high school degree is $40,510 annually, while those with an associate degree make $50,079 per year, based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Michigan Reconnect will help pay the costs ofin-districttuition, mandatory fees and contact hoursfor eligibleadults who want to pursue an associate or technical degree.In order tobe eligible, applicantsmust:
- Be age 25 orolder
- Have a high schooldiplomaorequivalent
- Be aMichigan resident for at least oneyear
- Nothavecompleted a college degree (associate or bachelor’s)
Michigan Reconnect pays the remaining balance oftuitionand mandatoryfeesafter other state andfederal financial aid havebeen applied,up to the in-district price for all students.Scholarship applications arenowbeing accepted.
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