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How to enroll at MCTI

To be considered for enrollment at MCTI, applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a documented disability. Prospective students do not apply directly; instead, they are referred by one of the following agencies serving the county in which they live:

  • Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS)
  • Michigan Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP)
  • U.S. Department of Veteran's Affairs
  • Private rehabilitation agencies
  • Michigan Works! Agencies

For students referred through MRS or BSBP, tuition, room and board in the dormitory are free.

Please note that enrollment at MCTI differs from traditional community colleges and universities. Rather than following a typical Fall and Winter enrollment cycle, we accept new students throughout the year, filling the next available openings as they become available.

ADMISSIONS & ENROLLMENT STEPS

 

Step 1: Complete the referral process

Required documents

Your home MRS counselor will help you gather the following documents, which will be required to be considered for enrollment at MCTI:

  Physical Assessment
  Psychological Test
  TB Test

Apply for financial aid

Complete the Financial Aid Application (FAFSA) for the academic year that you plan to attend to ensure your financial aid eligibility.

Complete the FAFSA

Referral form

Your home MRS counselor will provide a referral form to submit along with the required documents.

Recommended (not required)

 Complete a current eye exam (within six months of enrollment)
 Ensure all immunizations are up to date

 

Important note: Keep your FSA ID in a safe place to use the next time you complete the FAFSA. Grants awarded will be used by MCTI for classroom enhancement and supplies.

Need help?
FAFSA Help Line: 1-800-433-3243
TTY: 1-800-730-8913

 


Step 2: The MCTI Admissions Office will review your referral application

MCTI Admissions will review the documents your home MRS counselor submitted and issue a determination about your eligibility. This process may take up to two weeks, and additional documents may be requested from your home MRS counselor.
 

Step 3: The MCTI Admissions Office will issue a decision

Career Assessment Services (CAS) scheduled

After all required documents have been reviewed and approved, MCTI will inform your home MRS counselor of a projected Career Assessment Services (CAS) start date.

CAS invitation packet

You will receive a Career Assessment Services invitation packet in the mail 4-6 weeks prior to your start date.

FAFSA completed

It is required to have your Financial Aid Application (FAFSA) completed at this time.

Step 4: CAS completion and training program preparation

Completion of Career Assessment Services

Career Assessment Services (CAS) is a vocational program that helps students explore trades at MCTI and develop realistic employment goals, as well as gain insights into their interests, skills, abilities and work preferences.

Learn more about Career Assessment Services

Trade preparation

After completing the CAS program, an MCTI vocational rehabilitation counselor will document your skills and recommend next steps. This will help you and your home MRS counselor develop a training or career plan, identify any support or accommodations you may need, and explore options such as attending MCTI or pursuing other training programs.

Explore MCTI's training programs

FAFSA

Your Financial Aid Application (FAFSA) must be completed prior to the start date of your training program.

Contact the MCTI Admissions Office

Call

Call 877-901-7360 (toll-free, voice, TTY)

Email

LEO-MRS-MCTIAdmissions@michigan.gov

Mail

Please address mail to:

Admissions Office
Michigan Career and Technical Institute
11611 West Pine Lake Road
Plainwell, Michigan 49080

Schedule a visit to our main campus

An aerial view of MCTI's main campus in Plainwell, Michigan. Surrounded by lush green fields, trees, and Pine Lake, the campus features multiple buildings, parking lots, a water tower, and a serene landscape of farmland and wooded areas.

Discover what makes MCTI a great place to build your future! Our open house events offer the perfect opportunity to explore our campus, meet instructors and students, and get a firsthand look at the trades and programs we offer. Tours are self-guided and self-paced, allowing you to visit classrooms, interact with staff, and ask questions about your areas of interest during dedicated Q&A sessions. You’ll also have the chance to view a dorm room, speak with Health Services staff, and enjoy the beautiful campus grounds, including our scenic lake, during warmer months. While most visitors prefer to attend when students are in session to see trades in action, our tours still provide valuable insights even when classes aren’t in session. Start your journey with us by scheduling your visit today!

Open house/tour schedule

Dates

  • October 14, 2026
  • October 29, 2026
  • November 18, 2026
  • January 28, 2027
  • February 18, 2027
  • March 11, 2027
  • April 22, 2027
  • May 6, 2027
  • May 25, 2027
  • June 3, 2027

Times

  • Morning Sessions: 9-11:30 a.m. (Please arrive no later than 10:30 a.m.)
  • Afternoon Sessions: 12:30-3 p.m. (Please arrive no later than 2 p.m.)

Important information for your visit

Please observe the following information and requirements prior to your scheduled visit:

  • Group size is limited to 8 participants, with a required ratio of 1 adult for every 7 students.
  • Food and drinks are not provided, but vending machines are available on-site.
  • No backpacks, pictures or videos are allowed.
  • Reservations are required.
To reserve your spot, please email the Admissions Office at LEO-MRS-MCTI-Tours@michigan.gov or call 269-664-4461.