How Does the Detroit Promise Work?

Last updated September 26, 2020

Here's how you can qualify to get the Detroit Promise to attend either a 2-year or 4-year Michigan college.

What is the Detroit Promise?

Tuition-free access to 2 and 4-year Michigan partner colleges for qualifying Detroit resident high schoolers!

Who gets it?

Live in Detroit? Graduating from a Detroit high school that you've attended for your junior and senior year? YOU might qualify.

How can I get it?

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