Michigan Reconnect

MI Reconnect

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If you are age 21 or older, you might be eligible to earn your community college degree or certificate tuition-free through Michigan Reconnect.

Who can apply?

  • Students who have not yet completed a college degree and who have earned a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) or certificate of completion. They must have lived in Michigan for at least a year.
  • Those who are 25 and older and, for a limited time, those 21- 24 years old

    • If you're 21 - 24, ENROLL NOW because the Michigan Reconnect Expansion is for a limited time as a result of Gov. Whitmer working with the Legislature to designate an additional $70 million to temporarily expand the program to help more people and businesses "make it" in Michigan. To be eligible for the Expansion, students must be at least 21 years of age and not more than 24 years of age between October 1, 2023 and December 31, 2024. The application window for those ages 21 to 24 closes Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. EST.

    How do I apply?

    • You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
    • Apply for Reconnect by December 31, 2024.
    • Apply and enroll in a community or tribal college by the fall semester 2024.

    What steps do I need to take?

    1 Michigan Reconnect Application

    Your first step is to apply for the Michigan Reconnect scholarship. After applying, you will be notified immediately regarding your eligibility

    Apply to Michigan Reconnect
    2 Kalamazoo Valley Application for Admission

    While you wait to hear back about your Reconnect application, submit your Kalamazoo Valley application for admission. Whether you are a new or returning student, we like to have updated information on file and the best way to submit your information is through our quick and simple application.

    Apply for Admission
    3 Complete the FAFSA

    FAFSA completion is a required step for the Michigan Reconnect scholarship. If you need assistance with this step, do not hesitate to connect with a helpful member of Kalamazoo Valley’s financial aid department at 269.488.4340.

    Complete your FAFSA
    4 Get Started at Kalamazoo Valley

    There are a number of steps you need to complete before beginning classes at Kalamazoo Valley, including testing, orientation and registering for classes.

    Get Started

    Contact Us

    Lynn Grammel 269.488.4310Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator

    Monday-Friday - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    Tuesday - 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.