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Not available to international or Canadian students.

Below is information regarding the availability of, and eligibility for, State Grant Funds for students from the State of Michigan.

Non-Michigan residents are encouraged to contact their State Educational Offices to determine if they qualify for financial aid assistance from their State. A link to research your State Higher Education Agency can be found here.

Michigan Competitive Scholarship

Eligibility:	High school students are selected if they have achieved a qualifying score on the ACT examination and have been designated a Michigan Competitive semifinalist. Financial need must also be demonstrated.
Available Assistance:	Varies, up to $575 for the 2011-2012 Academic Year.
How to Apply:	Submit FAFSA and release information to the State of Michigan Scholarship/Grant Program by the March 1st deadline.
Enrollment Requirements:	Full-time undergraduate - 12 credit hours or more; 6 to 11 credits pro-rated award.
Selection Criteria:	Determined by the State.

Tuition Incentive Program (TIP)

Eligibility:	Students who apply before graduating from high school or receiving a GED, are under the age of 20 at the time of graduation or GED completion, and have or have had Medicaid coverage for 24 months within a 36-consecutive month period as identified by the Michigan Department of Human Services (DHS).
Available Assistance:	Up to full tuition and certain billable fees not to exceed $250.
How to Apply:	Contact the Office of Scholarships and Grants (1-888-447-2687).
Enrollment Requirements:	At least half-time - 6 credit hours or more. Must be enrolled in an Associate Degree or Certificate Program