Michigan Invests $10M to Boost FAFSA Completion

Grants awarded to 67 school districts to implement Universal FAFSA program

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential has awarded $10 million in grants to 67 school districts across the state to help more students complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Why it matters

Increasing FAFSA completion rates is crucial for ensuring students have access to federal financial aid for college. This investment aims to make the FAFSA process more accessible and remove barriers that prevent some students from applying for aid.

The details

The Universal FAFSA program will provide resources and support to help students and families navigate the FAFSA application. This includes offering FAFSA completion events, one-on-one assistance, and education on the importance of applying for federal aid.

  • The grants were awarded in February 2026.

The players

Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential

The state agency responsible for administering the Universal FAFSA grant program.

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What’s next

The awarded school districts will begin implementing the Universal FAFSA program in the upcoming academic year, with the goal of increasing FAFSA completion rates and helping more students access federal financial aid for college.

The takeaway

This investment demonstrates Michigan's commitment to improving college affordability and access by making the FAFSA application process more accessible and removing barriers that have prevented some students from applying for federal aid in the past.