Work Study Grant

Description

A state-funded student financial aid resource created by Public Act No. 102 of 1986. Provides assistance for independent, undergraduate students who have been out of high school (other than GED or adult education) for at least two years. Qualifying students must enroll at a participating degree granting public or independent Michigan college on a part-time basis. Grant availability is limited to two years of study with a maximum award of $600 per academic year.

Eligibility Requirements

Need

Financial need exists when the estimated contribution is less than educational expenses as determined through current federal need analysis procedures. File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Michigan Residence

Michigan residence for 12 months prior to the begining of the award period is required.

For dependent students, residence follows that of the parent(s) or legal guardian.

Citizenship

U.S. citizenship or permanent U.S. residence is required. Refugees are not eligible.

Enrollment

Enrolled at a Michigan public community college or university at least half time.Undergraduate program of study of at least nine months in duration is required.Theology or divinity programs are not eligible.

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Applicant must be in compliance with the standard of satisfactory academic progress established by the college.

Loan status

An award is prohibited to any student who has defaulted on an educational loan including any Federal Title IV loans unless he/she has made satisfactory arrangements to repay.

Non-incarceration

Incarcerated students are not eligible for award consideration. This includes persons assigned full time or part time to correctional facilities.

Michigan Educational Opportunity Grant

MEOG Description
A state-funded student financial aid resource created by Public Act No. 273 of 1986. Provides assistance of up to $1,000 per academic year for undergraduate students who enroll at least half time at public Michigan colleges. Students may receive a maximum of 10 semesters/15 quarters of assistance.

Eligibility Requirements

Need

Michigan Residence

Michigan residence for 12 months prior to the begining of the award period is required.

For dependent students, residence follows that of the parent(s) or legal guardian.

Citizenship

U.S. citizenship or permanent U.S. residence is required. Refugees are not eligible.

Enrollment

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Applicant must be in compliance with the standard of satisfactory academic progress established by the college.

Loan status

An award is prohibited to any student who has defaulted on an educational loan including any Federal Title IV loans unless he/she has made satisfactory arrangements to repay.

Non-incarceration

Incarcerated students are not eligible for award consideration. This includes persons assigned full time or part time to correctional facilities.

Michigan Work-Study Undergraduate Program

MWSU Description
A state-funded student financial aid resource created by Public Act No. 288 of 1986 as amended. This program offers work opportunities for undergraduate students who enroll at participating degree-granting Michigan colleges on at least a half-time basis. Employment may be on campus or with private, off-campus employers; the rate of pay will be at least the current federal minimum wage. In addition to earning money for school, a work-study position enables a student to gain valuable work experience and develop human relations skills as well as leadership ability. Students may receive a maximum of 10 semesters/15 quarters of assistance.

Eligibility Requirements

Need

Michigan Residence

Michigan residence for 12 months prior to the begining of the award period is required.

For dependent students, residence follows that of the parent(s) or legal guardian.

Citizenship

U.S. citizenship or permanent U.S. residence is required. Refugees are not eligible.

Enrollment

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Applicant must be in compliance with the standard of satisfactory academic progress established by the college.

Loan status

An award is prohibited to any student who has defaulted on an educational loan including any Federal Title IV loans unless he/she has made satisfactory arrangements to repay.

Non-incarceration

Incarcerated students are not eligible for award consideration. This includes persons assigned full time or part time to correctional facilities.

Michigan Work-Study Graduate Program

MWSG Description
A state-funded student financial aid resource created by Public Act No. 303 of 1986. This employment program offers work opportunities for graduate students who enroll at participating degree-granting Michigan colleges on at least a half-time basis. Employment may be on campus or with private, off-campus employers; the rate of pay will be at least the current federal minimum wage. In addition to earning money for school, a work-study position enables a student to gain valuable work experience and develop human relations skills as well as leadership ability. Students may receive a maximum of 8 semesters/12 quarters of assistance.

Eligibility Requirements

Need

Michigan Residence

Michigan residence for 12 months prior to the begining of the award period is required.

For dependent students, residence follows that of the parent(s) or legal guardian.

Citizenship

U.S. citizenship or permanent U.S. residence is required. Refugees are not eligible.

Enrollment

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Applicant must be in compliance with the standard of satisfactory academic progress established by the college.

Loan status

An award is prohibited to any student who has defaulted on an educational loan including any Federal Title IV loans unless he/she has made satisfactory arrangements to repay.

Non-incarceration

Incarcerated students are not eligible for award consideration. This includes persons assigned full time or part time to correctional facilities.

Application Procedure
Because the college awards the funds, students must apply for need-based aid by filing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students should also check with the college financial aid office to see if any additional forms are required in addition to the FAFSA. Since the college financial aid office determines awards, they are typically packaged with other types of assistance. The campus award letter, sent by the college, is the means by which students are notified regarding program eligibility.

When funds are insufficient to meet the needs of all eligible applicants, the college will target available funds to students with the greatest financial need.