CC Guarantee Details

All students are eligible for the Community College Guarantee (regardless of family income), which includes:

• Earning a skills certificate or degree tuition-free at your local community college!
  • In-district tuition, contact hours, and mandatory fees are covered.
  • Students receive a significant tuition discount if they attend an out-of-district community college. 
• An additional $1,000 Michigan Achievement Bonus for Pell-eligible students to use toward additional college costs.

Eligibility Requirements

• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
  • Please note that the 2025-2026 FAFSA will be available starting December 1, 2024. 
• Be a Michigan resident since July 1 of the previous year. 
• Graduate from a Michigan High School (or GED program).
• Enroll full-time at a community college within 15 months of high school graduation. 

This information session will provide further information regarding the CC Guarantee, answer questions, and help with the next steps.