Press Releases
Press Releases
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MCAN kicks off Michigan College Month amid increased interest in college affordability
October 9, 2022
MCAN kicked off Michigan College Month on Oct. 1, with 233 schools and community-based organizations participating statewide. The goal of this month is to provide every graduating senior in Michigan the opportunity to apply to college.
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MCAN responds to bipartisan approval of funding for Michigan Achievement Scholarship
September 29, 2022
Legislators passed the $560 million scholarship program, marking a historic investment in addressing the barrier of college affordability in Michigan.
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MCAN responds to loan forgiveness plan
August 25, 2022
MCAN is encouraged by the announcement of President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan and the progress that it makes in addressing the persistent and widespread problem of postsecondary affordability.
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MCAN awarded $55,000 grant from Native American Heritage Fund
July 14, 2022
Funds will support College Completion Corps coaches at Michigan’s three tribal colleges
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MCAN awards $50,000 in Innovative Program Grants
July 13, 2022
Funds will be dedicated to supporting new college access and success initiatives
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MCAN responds to FY23 state budget
July 1, 2022
MCAN executive director praises state’s commitment to investing in education.
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MCAN receives nearly $1.9 million in federal funds for AmeriCorps programs
June 30, 2022
Funding will support AdviseMI, MSU College Advising Corps and College Completion Corps
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MCAN awards over $100,000 in FAFSA Completion Grants
June 21, 2022
Funding is dedicated to increasing FAFSA completion rate for class of 2022
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MCAN awards 10 schools with Game Changer Grants
May 12, 2022
Funded projects include a range of initiatives to increase access and support students as they transition to postsecondary education.