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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · MI

Michigan Student Aid

Police Officer's and Fire Fighter's Survivor Tuition Grant

Exemption for family members of police officers or firefighters who died on duty.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Initial MiSSG and FAFSA application.

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

Eligible tuition not covered by other sources at public institutions.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Spouse or natural/adopted child; child under 21 upon death and application before 26; undergraduate without bachelor's degree, half load and need for certified registration.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Twelve months Michigan and since the previous July 1; resident FAFSA taxpayer if dependent.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Citizen, permanent resident or approved refugee.

Documents requested

Birth or marriage. Death certificate.

Renewal information

FAFSA, residency and progress; up to bachelor's degree or nine semesters/124 credits, whichever comes first.

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Unpublished dates or requirements are not deducted.

Verification status
Verified
Last verification
Oct 8, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0230

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