February 8, 2021
Dear Friend,
If you — or a family member or a friend — has always wanted to go to college or return to finish a degree, now may be the right time to make that dream become a reality.
If you’re someone who is 25 years or older, has a high school degree, and lives in Michigan, a tuition-free pathway to college may be available through a new program called Michigan Reconnect. It’s a scholarship designed specifically for eligible adults who want to pursue an associate degree or skills certificate.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to unprecedented demand, the skills certificate component of this program is already closed to applications as of Feb. 3.
Michigan Reconnect pays the remaining balance of in-district tuition and mandatory fees after other state and federal financial aid have been applied. Students who attend out-of-district community colleges will receive a large tuition discount.
I was proud to vote for the creation of this groundbreaking program and am so excited to see it kick off. So, please help spread the word! Tell your mom, brother, grandchild, girlfriend, or your best friend who’s been thinking about taking the big step of starting or finishing college about this new opportunity. It just might be the right time for them to take the leap.
The Michigan Reconnect application and additional program information are available now at Michigan.gov/Reconnect, with enrollment in classes available beginning May 2021.
>> APPLY TODAY at Michigan.gov/Reconnect.
UPCOMING VIRTUAL COFFEE HOUR
I want to hear from you!
Join me for a Virtual Coffee Hour on Friday, Feb. 26 at 9:00 AM.
>> Please use this form to RSVP to the coffee hour and to receive a link to join the meeting. Registration deadline is Thursday, Feb. 25 by 5:00 p.m. You will be emailed a link to the meeting, along with any other necessary information, prior to the event.
You can submit questions on the registration page as well. I look forward to hearing what is on your mind and sharing further updates from Lansing.
Sean McCann
State Senator
20th District