Michigan College Month Puts FAFSA on the To-Do List
Students and families are encouraged to connect financial aid preparation with college planning.
MiLEAP used a September 30 announcement to encourage students and families to complete the FAFSA during Michigan College Month. The state reported that more than 68,000 students in Michigan’s class of 2026 had completed the form, representing 60% of graduates according to the cited MCAN tracker.
Those numbers describe participation, not an individual award amount. A student still needs to complete the appropriate application year and follow up with each college about any additional information it requires.
Financial aid planning works best when it is connected to a specific enrollment plan. The same family may be comparing a community college, a university and a certificate program with different costs and schedules. Completing a form is an important step, but reviewing the resulting aid offer is another.
What readers can do next
Check the college’s financial aid instructions, confirm the correct FAFSA year and keep account access secure. After submission, watch for follow-up requests. Ask the school to explain the difference between grants, scholarships, work-study and loans in the actual offer.