If you are interested in pursuing a degree in special education in Michigan, the Michigan Promise Zone Scholarship can provide financial support. It’s designed to help high school students pursue higher education at a local college or university. Promise Zone originated in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and has since expanded to 13 locations throughout the state.
Any student who lives in a Promise Zone and graduates from a high school within that zone qualifies—this includes graduates from public, charter, private, parochial, and nonpublic schools.
Each Promise Zone location may vary in its eligibility requirements, such as meeting a specific grade point average or attending a high school for a certain number of years. Check out Promise Zones before you are a high school senior, as some time-limited requirements may apply. For instance, in Lansing you have within two years of high school graduation to apply for the Lansing Promise Scholarship. Talk to your teachers about Promise Zone – Zones listed below.
Who qualifies for a Promise Scholarship?
- A student who resides in one of the designated zones,
- Graduate from a high school located within the zone,
- and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Michigan’s Promise Zones
What Does the Scholarship Cover?
After applying for aid from FAFSA, the Promise Zone Scholarship covers the remaining tuition costs and mandatory fees at an approved community college or university. Students who fulfill their Zone’s renewal requirements can receive aid again the following year.
How to Apply:
After determining the college or university you’re attending and filling out the FAFSA, head to your Promise Zone’s website, find the application, and click apply.
Learn about great careers in Michigan Special Education and financial resources here
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OPTIMISE attracts, prepares, and retains diverse and qualified personnel to help advance individuals with disabilities (Birth to 26 years).
The OPTIMISE Task Force, Core Team, and Action Teams collaborate with numerous partners, including Michigan’s leading education organizations and the legislature, to reduce barriers and align licensing for special educators. This work involves collaboration with all levels of education to achieve this goal.
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