Michigan Children of Veteran's Tuition Grant

Undergraduate tuition help for the children of certain veterans and service members, usable at any Michigan community college, public university or independent degree-granting institution. Full-time students receive up to $2,800, three-quarter-time students up to $2,100 and half-time students up to $1,400. You can receive the grant for up to four academic years or a total of $11,200, whichever comes first.

How to apply

File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid first, then submit the online application on the Michigan Student Aid student scholarships and grants portal. For help call 888-447-2687 or email mistudentaid@michigan.gov.

What you'll need

The veteran's discharge paperwork and VA rating or casualty documentation, proof of the veteran's Michigan residency, proof you are their natural or adopted child, your high school diploma or recognized equivalent, and a FAFSA on file for each year.

Eligibility

You have been a Michigan resident for at least one year before you apply
You are the natural or adopted child of a qualifying Michigan veteran or service member
You are between 16 and 26 years old
You are enrolled at least half time at a participating Michigan institution
You are a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or approved refugee
You have a high school diploma or a recognized equivalent
You have never been convicted of a felony involving assault, physical injury or death
You are not in default on a federal student loan
The veteran was a Michigan resident immediately before entering the U.S. Armed Forces and did not later live outside Michigan for more than two years, or established legal residency in Michigan after entering service
The veteran was killed in action or died from another cause while serving in a war or under war conditions, has a total and permanent service-connected disability rating from the VA, held such a rating and later died, or was declared missing in action