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Michigan Reconnect
Michigan Reconnect
"Maybe someday" just became "definitely today."
Michigan Reconnect provides free in-district tuition at a Michigan community college to earn an associate degree or Pell-eligible skill certificate.
If you’re interested in pursuing a career training program instead, starting later this year, you can receive up to $1,500 towards tuition costs for eligible career training programs here in Michigan with the Short-Term Training Program.
Making Tuition-Free Dreams Come True
Find out how these real-life Reconnectors are building a better future thanks to Michigan Reconnect.
Sarah Sparks
Jimmy Wright
Shannon Wilkins
Jamie Peterson
Luis Uribe
Missy Gheorghiu
It's Never Too Late!
An education beyond high school opens the door to many new opportunities. Michigan Reconnect can help you get there—tuition-free.
$7,500more per year in earnings with a two-year degree |
75%of Michigan jobs will require education beyond high school |
You CAN Do This!
We know that starting or going back to school can be a daunting task. And that being able to afford tuition may not be the only challenge you're facing. But we also know that with the help of additional resources, we have all the confidence in the world that you can find the help you need to achieve your college dream.
For help with child care, transportation, or additional financial support, check in with the state and local partners who are here to help you.
Community Colleges
Reach out to your local community college to see what types of assistance, programs and services are available to make your education dreams come true.
MiBridges
MI Bridges allows you to apply for assistance programs and can help you to access more than 30,000 state and local services across Michigan.
Michigan Works! Agencies
Your local Michigan Works Agency can connect you with career exploration and coaching, tuition assistance, training and much more.