If you’re thinking about starting, continuing, or returning to your college education... Now is the time. Mid is the place. Michigan Reconnect is the way. Michigan Reconnect covers tuition and fees after financial aid funds have been awarded—significantly offsetting these costs for students. Michigan Reconnect is typically available to students 25 years of age and up, but for a limited time students 21 and up are eligible, but 21-24 year old students must attend the fall 2024 semester to take advantage of Michigan Reconnect funding.
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“Students aged 21-24 were temporarily eligible for Michigan Reconnect, but had to apply before December 31, 2024,” noted Michelle McNier, Director of Financial Aid. “If students applied by that deadline, they must begin at Mid during the Summer 2025 semester or their Reconnect benefits will expire.”
Register for Summer 2025 courses before your Michigan Reconnect benefits expire. Summer courses start May 19 — don't wait!
Contact Admissions at (989) 386-6661, admissions@midmich.edu, or complete our simple, quick online form.
Reconnect is available to adults who have a high school diploma but not yet completed a college degree and now wish to pursue an associate degree or skills certificate. The scholarship remains available even if someone previously enrolled in college, as was the case for Aaron Peever.
"Life's journey is where we build a tool kit for personal satisfaction and professional growth. We gather experiences, knowledge, and relationships as we walk the path. A college experience is an opportunity to strengthen the journey for individuals and their employers. I would encourage utilizing Michigan Reconnect to support these efforts!"
- Deb Walters
Human Resources Director, Rite-Hite, Clare, MI
If you’ve been thinking about beginning your college education or going back to school to pursue your associate degree or skills certificate, now is the time! Michigan Reconnect is also available to current Mid students who qualify!
And Mid is the place! Our teams are ready to help you apply for Reconnect, apply to Mid, and register for courses. You'll have a team of individuals supporting you every step of the way.
Michigan Reconnect is the way and provides free tuition at your in-district community college* to earn an associate degree or Pell-eligible skill certificate.
*Michigan Reconnect pays the remaining balance of in-district tuition and mandatory fees after other state and federal financial aid awards have been applied. Students who attend out-district community colleges will need to pay the difference between in and out-district tuition, but will still receive a large tuition discount.
It’s never too late to begin something new. Mid Michigan College welcomes students of all ages, and we're ready to help you every step of the way. With over 1000 students 25 years of age or older at Mid, you aren't alone in this journey!
Reconnect ensures that when you get your semester bill from the community college, the following items will be free to you
Reconnect is a last-dollar program, which means that any Pell Grant funds you receive are applied to your tuition and fees bill first, with Reconnect paying what’s not covered by Pell. If you don’t qualify for a Pell Grant, Reconnect will pay the full cost of tuition, mandatory fees, and contact hours.
To be eligible for tuition-free community college, you must
Mid Michigan College offers nearly 100 programs and pathways that lead to associate degrees, training credentials, and certificates that lead to associate degrees, training credentials, and certificates. Whether you're looking for a career-ready or transfer credential, Mid offers customized pathways to help you achieve your goals.
Mid has partnered with ReUp to connect with and support former Mid Michigan College students who have had to put their studies on pause. At no cost to you, the ReUp coaching team will support you through the re-enrollment process and work with you to determine what you need in order to achieve your goals as you return to your academic journey at Mid. Learn more about ReUp.
