ALLENDALE, Mich. (AP) — Grand Valley State University is expanding its free tuition to all low-income families in Michigan.
The program, called the Grand Valley Pledge, will no longer be limited only to students from six counties.
READ MORE: Michigan Announces $1.5 Million Tuition Giveaway, 100 Children To Receive $15,000“We never want finances to be a barrier that stops students from moving forward… Talented students with a passion for learning belong at GVSU,” President Philomena Mantella said Tuesday.
New students from families with income under $50,000 can qualify.
READ MORE: AAA Offers 'Tow To Go' Program During Memorial Day WeekendAbout 400 students who qualified were enrolled during the fall term, GVSU said.
The University of Michigan has a similar program for in-state students from families that make $65,000 or less.
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