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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

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