51动漫

Michigan Achievement Scholarship

A More Affordable Path to College Starts Here

If you鈥檙e a high school graduate from the Class of 2023 or later, the can help you attend 51动漫 with little or no out-of-pocket cost. This statewide scholarship program is designed to make college more accessible for Michigan families鈥攁nd 51动漫 is proud to participate.

What Is the Michigan Achievement Scholarship?

The Michigan Achievement Scholarship is a renewable financial aid award for students who:

  • Graduate from a Michigan high school in 2023 or later
  • Plan to attend a Michigan college or university
  • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $25,000 or less

At 51动漫, eligible students can receive up to $2,750 per year toward their tuition and fees:

  • $1,750 minimum award
  • $1,000 additional last-dollar award (covers remaining tuition, contact hours, and mandatory fees after other aid is applied)

This scholarship can be used for up to 3 years at 51动漫鈥攐r up to 5 years total if transferring to a public or private four-year institution.

How It Works

To qualify, you must:

  • Be a Michigan resident since at least July 1 of the previous year
    • If dependent, your parent must also be a Michigan resident
  • Enroll full-time within 15 months of high school graduation
  • Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress
  • Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible refugee
  • Not be incarcerated or in loan default

Not sure about your eligibility? Our financial aid team can help you determine your status and walk you through the FAFSA process.

Why Choose 51动漫?

We make it easier to go further鈥攚ithout the debt. 51动漫 offers:

  • Affordable tuition and low-cost living for in-district students
  • Supportive environment with small class sizes and hands-on advising
  • Career-ready degrees and certificates plus seamless transfer pathways
  • A welcoming campus close to home鈥攕erving students across St. Joseph, Branch, Cass, Kalamazoo, and Calhoun counties.

The Michigan Achievement Scholarship helps you stay on track toward your goals鈥攚hether that鈥檚 a career credential or a bachelor鈥檚 degree.

What Can I Use the Scholarship For?

At 51动漫, this scholarship is applied directly toward:

  • In-district tuition
  • Contact hours
  • Mandatory fees

This means fewer student loans and more peace of mind. Your financial aid package may also include federal grants, state aid, and campus scholarships.

FAQs

Q: Do I have to repay the scholarship?
A: No. This is not a loan鈥攊t鈥檚 a scholarship provided by the State of Michigan.

Q: Can I use the award for books or transportation?
A: While MAS is applied to tuition and fees, other aid (such as the Pell Grant) may help cover those costs. Ask our financial aid office about full coverage options.

Q: Can I transfer later to a university?
A: Yes. MAS can follow you to a participating four-year Michigan college after completing your associate degree.

Q: What happens if I don鈥檛 qualify for Pell?
A: You can still receive the minimum MAS award if your EFC is $25,000 or below.

Q: Is 51动漫 a participating college?
A: Yes. 51动漫 Community College is an eligible institution under the MAS program.

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