You can increase your earning potential and expand your employment options by earning a tuition-free college degree from Grand Rapids Community College.
The Michigan Reconnect Program covers tuition for those 21 years or older without a college degree at the in-district resident rate. Additionally, the Ottawa County Gap Grant makes it possible for Ottawa County residents to attend GRCC tuition-free by covering the difference between in-district and out-of-district tuition.
Eligibility
To be eligible, you must:
- Meet all Michigan Reconnect Scholarship eligibilities.
- Be 21 years or older at the time of application.
- Have not previously earned an associate or bachelor’s degree.
- Meet federal financial aid eligibility requirements, including:
- Be either a US citizen or an eligible non-citizen, based on federal financial aid requirements.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Be an Ottawa County resident, with continuous residency for at least the preceding 12 months.
Get Started
To apply for the Michigan Reconnect Program, simply fill out the application.
You don’t need to apply separately for the Ottawa County Gap Grant. If you’re eligible for the Michigan Reconnect Program and meet the qualifications for the Ottawa County Gap Grant, GRCC’s Financial Aid Department will automatically apply funding to your account.
Apply for Michigan Reconnect today!
Questions?
Contact Rose Muller-Trinh, Ottawa County Reconnect Gap Grant Navigator
Phone: (616) 234-2217 | Email: rosemullertrinh@grcc.edu