An education beyond high school opens the door to many opportunities. By taking a step forward on your education and career journey, you’re taking a step forward on your own financial success and independence – building a brighter, more secure future for you and your loved ones.
$6,000
more per year in earnings with a
high school credential
$7,500
more per year in earnings with a
two year degree
75%
of Michigan jobs will require education beyond high school
Are you ready to go back to school but not sure what you would like to study? Take a look at some of Michigan's high-demand careers.
These programs and initiatives support Michigan’s goal to increase the number of working-age adults with a skill certificate or college degree from 45% today to 60% by 2030.
Sixty by 30 seeks to build a better Michigan in three ways:
Increase opportunity for all Michiganders and give residents greater access to the education and skills that create opportunities for better jobs and bigger paychecks.
Close the skills gap that challenges the success of our businesses and our state’s prosperity. Jobs requiring skilled employees today, as well as jobs on the horizon, demand greater education and training than ever before.
Make Michigan more competitive for inclusive economic growth.