Mission

The mission of the federal GEAR UP program, administered by the U.S. Department of Education, is to significantly increase the number of low-income students who are prepared to enter and succeed in post secondary education. This is done by promoting academic excellence through a variety of locally designed and innovative early intervention services.

NMU's GEAR UP grant is also supported by the King Chávez Parks Initiative College Day Program. Together, these grants help to support the students at North Star Academy Ishpeming Middle/High Schools, and Gwinn Middle/High Schools.

MCAN launches free statewide College Advising Hotline

Michigan high school students can now receive timely answers to their questions about postsecondary education, thanks to a new college advising hotline. Michigan College Access Network and partners launched the hotline today in response to the global health crisis caused by COVID-19, aiming to fill the gaps created by the statewide school closure order. 

The hotline can be reached by calling or texting 810-373-5385. It is available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, but hours will be adjusted as necessary to best serve the needs of students. The service is staffed by college advisers from MCAN's AdviseMI program and the Michigan State University College Advising Corps. To help serve as many students as possible, the hotline initiative also is partnered with the Detroit Regional Chamber and Detroit College Access Network. For additional information, read the press release.

Virtual Tours of Michigan Colleges and Universities

Can't physically visit a campus?  Check out these virtual campus tours of colleges and universities around Michigan.  

  1. Calvin University
  2. Central Michigan University
  3. Delta College
  4. Eastern Michigan University
  5. Ferris State University
  6. Grand Rapids Community College
  7. Grand Valley State University
    1. First year housing tour
    2. Interactive campus maps
  8. Lake Michigan College
  9. Michigan State University
  10. Michigan Tech University
  11. Mid Michigan College
  12. Northern Michigan University
  13. Northwestern Michigan College
  14. Northwood University
  15. Oakland Community College
  16. Oakland University
  17. Olivet College
  18. Saginaw Valley State University
  19. Spring Arbor University
  20. Southwestern Michigan College
  21. University of Michigan
    1. Dorm Tour
  22. University Of Michigan - Flint
  23. Wayne State University
    1. Main campus
    2. Medical Campus
  24. Western Michigan University

SAT Prep Videos

If you have any questions or would like to virtually meet to discuss tips for SAT preparedness, please contact our office via email.

Helpful Tools

Check out these resources that can assist in your preparation for furthering your education.

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Fastest Growing Occupations through 2026

  1. Solar Photovoltaic Technician ($42,680)
  2. Wind Turbine Service Technician ($54,370)
  3. Home Health Aides ($24,200)
  4. Personal Care Aides ($24,020)
  5. Physician assistants ($108,610)
  6. Nurse Practitioners ($107,030)
  7. Statisticians ($87,780)
  8. Physical Therapist Assistants ($58,040)
  9. Software and Applications Developer ($103,620)
  10. Mathematician ($101,900)

Visit the Bureau of Labor and Statistics for more information.

Michigan's Hot 10 Job Outlook Through 2030

See Michigan's high demand, high wage careers. PDF shows projected annual job openings, hourly wage range, growth through 2030, and typical education and training needed.

 

For the top 50 list, visit the Michigan Department of Technology, Management, and Budget for more information.