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Michigan GEAR UP

About

Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (MI GEAR UP) is a federal grant program aimed at preparing low-income students for success in post-secondary education.

Michigan GEAR UP is the largest college access program in the state, and one of the largest in the nation.

DAPCEP’s Role

Our mission and 40+ year history of partnering with universities and organizations to provide students with high-quality STEM programming, makes MI GEAR UP as a partner a natural fit.

We develop educational modules and workshops tailored to meet the needs of MI GEAR UP students; adding to the pool of resources that the 11,000-strong cohort may access.

How it Works

Michigan GEAR UP partners with 15 public universities, as well as with community organizations like DAPCEP, to provide early intervention services to a cohort of 11,000 students from eligible high schools.

This cohort of 11,000 students began the program as 7th graders during the 2011-2012 school year. These students will attend their first year of post-secondary education, signifying the completion of the 7-year grant cycle.

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  • Pathfinders (Grades 4-12)
  • Steps to Success
  • Summer Camps (Grades 2-12)
  • K-12 School Opportunities
  • Michigan GEAR UP
  • STEM Pop-UP Workshops
  • Financial Aid
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