Governor White is reminding high school seniors to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid – also known as “FAFSA” for short – by May 1, 2023 to be given priority consideration for some state of Michigan financial aid programs.
In a new release, Governor Whitmer says, “Every senior should fill out their FAFSA to save thousands of dollars on the cost of community, private, or public college,” she adds, “By filling out this federal form, you can unlock grants, scholarships and other forms of assistance that can put you on a path to getting an associates or bachelor’s degree right here in Michigan.”
Submissions received at the federal processor on or before May 1 are given priority consideration for the Michigan Competitive Scholarship and Michigan Tuition Grant. Students who wait to complete their FAFSA after the May 1 deadline may not receive all the financial aid they could have been entitled to receive.
Last year, Michigan students received more than $22.4 million in Michigan Competitive Scholarships and more than $31.5 million in Michigan Tuition Grants.
In addition to state assistance, completing the FAFSA unlocks federal aid -- such as Pell Grants, student loans, work-study jobs and institutional grants.
