By Xailia Claunch
Editor
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer detailed her Futures for Frontliners plan on Sept. 10, a program that allows essential workers to obtain an associate’s degree, certificate, or high school diploma/equivalent, tuition-free.
The $24 million program, inspired by the GI Bill, could help up to 625,000 estimated essential workers pay their tuition.
“I want to assure all of our workers we will never forget those of you who stepped up and sacrificed their own health during this crisis. You’re the reason we’re going to get through this,” Whitmer said.
According to michigan.gov, in order to be eligible, applicants must
Applications are due by 11:59 pm on Dec. 31, 2020.
This program is part of Whitmer’s “Sixty by 30” initiative, an effort to increase the number of Michigan adults with a college degree/certificate from 45 to 60 percent.
To apply or find more information, go to michigan.gov/frontliners/.
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