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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · MI

Michigan Student Aid

MI GEAR UP

Scholarship for nominated MI GEAR UP participants.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Nominees only; submit FAFSA and verify institution in MiSSG.

Application · official site

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

Michigan

  • MI

What it offers

Support for post-secondary study.

Award amount or benefit

2026 Cohort: up to $5,000/year/$10,000 total; other cohorts $2,000/year/$4,000 total.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Complete program and nomination; diploma, start before 22, at least half load and progress; Michigan residency and eligible status.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

annual FAFSA; no federal arrears.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Use within four years; The program reports closure at the end of summer 2028.

Contact information

MI Student Aid: 888-447-2687; mistudentaid@michigan.gov.

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

Unpublished dates or requirements are not deducted.

Still to confirm
  • No annual nomination or application deadline is published.
Verification status
Partially reviewed
Last verification
Not confirmed
Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0226

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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