Available to all students who
have not yet earned a bachelor's degree and meet all other general
eligibility for federal aid and is automatically
awarded to highest need Pell recipients on a first come, first-serve
basis. Must attend at least six credit hours.
All FWS awards are limited to
need and are made to earliest applicants until funds are exhausted.
All students must meet and maintain general requirements for
receipt of federal aid. To utilize funding an orientation and
interview are required through the Student Employment Center.
Must verify
Michigan residency for 12 months prior to receipt of award
In addition to Michigan residency,
general eligibility requirements for federal aid also apply.
To utilize funding an orientation and interview are required through the Student Employment Center.
At least six (6) weeks processing time prior
to tuition payment deadline. Priority to earliest
applicants.
Verification of Michigan residency
for 12 months prior to receipt of award for independent students.
Dependent students parent's residency must be verified.
Same eligibility rules as federal
aid programs but is also available to students with a bachelor's
degree who change majors. Must enroll in at least six credit
hours.
Independent students who have
financial need and state residency.
Varies with need $600 maximum
award
No
At least six (6) weeks processing time prior
to tuition payment deadline. Priority to earliest
applicants.
Verification of Michigan residency
for 12 months prior to receipt of award and must be out
of high school at least two years.
In addition to 12 months residency
and general eligibility rules for federal aid, student must enroll
for not less than three and no more than 11 credits.
Contact local high school counseling
office or ACT directly (www.actstudent.org) for national test
dates and how to sign up for the test. For additional information
visit the Office of Scholarships & Grants website at: www.michigan.gov/studentaid
Completion of all four MEAP high
school tests prior to the end of the student's senior year of
high school. See website for more information and for alternate
ways to qualify: www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid
Between $1250 - $2000
No
Certification with the State
by November 15th
Certified students will appear
on monthly State Merit Award Rosters sent to colleges & universities.
Financial need as determined
by the Family Independence Agency. Must be less than 20 years
of age when high school or GED completion was met.
Twenty-four credit hours and
enrollment fees each academic year (Fall through Summer).
No
Must apply prior to high school
graduation. See high school counseling office or contact the
state office at 1-888-447-2687
Complete MCC
T.I.P. Form(pdf) and
attach 1) Copy of State letter indicating TIP eligibility. 2)
Verification of date completed G.E.D. or high school graduation.
3) Verification of birth date to determine student was younger
than 20 years of age prior to completing GED or high school.
Students must first complete a FAFSA. To apply for a loan, students must go online to http://www.mcc.edu/6_finaid/fa_loans.shtml and complete STEPS 1. Loan Information Request Form, 2. Electronic Loan Application and 3. Entrance Loan Counseling. The Student Financial Services Office will determine the amount of subsidized versus unsubsidized loans. Please Note: GPA and academic history are considered when determining loan eligibility.
Varies with need up to $4000 for both grade level 1 and grade level 2 students. Dependent student are eligible for the additional $4000 if their parent is denied a PLUS loan
Yes
Same as Pell At least six (6) weeks processing time prior to tuition payment deadline Priority to earliest applicants.
Same as Pell Completion of FAFSA (Free Application
for Federal Student Aid) at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov
Students must first complete a FAFSA. To apply for a loan students must go online to http://www.mcc.edu/6_finaid/fa_loans.shtml and complete STEPS 1. Loan Information Request Form, 2. Electronic Loan Application and 3. Entrance Loan Counseling. The Student Financial Services Office will determine amount of subsidized versus unsubsidized loans. Please Note: GPA and academic history are considered when determining loan eligibility.
Available to parents of dependent
students. Repayment begins 60 days after receipt of funds. All
other federal aid eligibility rules apply. Parents must also
sign statement that they are not default in any loan program.
Credit history reviewed by lenders for eligibility.
