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Detroit College Promise

    The Detroit College Promise was established in 2009 for Detroit residents who attend Detroit Public Schools from 9-12th grades. The award is not guaranteed, but may cover the first year of college at any in-state public 2-year or 4-year institution on a first dollar basis. The program is funded by Detroit Public Schools Foundation.

    Year the Program was Founded 

    2009

    Website Links 

    http://detroitpsfoundation.org/about-us/detroit-college-promise/

    Promise Typology Category 

    Place-based programs
    Universal eligibility programs

    State 

    Michigan

    Residency Requirement 

    City

    K-12 School Attendance Requirement 

    School District

    Type of Award 

    Financial Award

    Financial Award is Limited to Students with Financial Need 

    No

    Financial Award is Limited to Students who Meet Academic Achievement Requirements 

    No

    Disbursement of Financial Aid 

    First Dollar

    Year Requirement for Full Aid 

    4

    Sponsored by Single Agency 

    Yes

    Program Offers Support Services 

    No