K-12 to College
We work hand-in-hand with schools and communities to increase college access for underserved students. Our advisers and partners provide guidance, resources, and encouragement to help students take the next step in their education.
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Programs
Michigan College Advising Corps (MCAC)
College advisers placed in high schools to guide students through the application, financial aid, and decision-making process.
GEAR UP
Early college awareness and readiness program supporting students from middle school through their first year of college.
Raise Scholar Schools We Serve
- Southfield High School for the Arts & Technology
Southfield - Chandler Park Academy High School
Harper Woods
- Jalen Rose Leadership Academy
Detroit
- University High School Academy
Lathrup Village
MCAC Schools We Serve
- Battle Creek Central High School
Battle Creek - César Chávez Academy High School
Detroit - Chandler Park Academy
Harper Woods - Flint Southwestern Classical Academy
Flint - Holland High School
Holland - Jackson High School
Jackson - Mumford High School
Detroit
- Jalen Rose Leadership Academy
Detroit - Osborn High School
Detroit - Ottawa Hills High School
Grand Rapids - Pontiac High School
Pontiac - Renaissance High School
Detroit - River Rouge High School
River Rouge
- Southfield High School for the Arts & Technology
Southfield - The School at Marygrove
Detroit - University High School Academy
Lathrup Village - Western International High School
Detroit - ACTech High School
Ypsilanti - Yipsilanti STEMM Middle College
Ypsilanti
GEAR UP Schools We Serve
- César Chávez Academy High School
(GEAR UP partner)
Detroit
- Osborn High School (GEAR UP partner)
Detroit - River Rouge High School (GEAR UP partner)
River Rouge
- Southfield High School for the Arts & Technology (GEAR UP partner)
Southfield
“Working as an MCAC adviser lit a fire under me in terms of my passion around college access, but also more broadly increasing access for marginalized communities. It has been a common thread for every job I’ve had since.”
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- MCAC’s 15th anniversary event in Palmer Commons on 3-18-2025
Why this matters
The Need in Michigan:
41st
in college enrollment
88%
of high-wage jobs ($75K+) require a bachelor’s degree
54.7%
of high school graduates enrolled in college
46%
of working-age adults hold a degree or certificate
To meet Michigan’s Sixty by 30 goal, we must provide college access programming at every age and stage of a student’s journey. Too often, high school leaders and students see U-M as out of reach—our work shifts this mindset by building trust, broadening access, and partnering directly with schools.
"I love how we interacted with different people and got out of our comfort zones. The summer camp was very helpful, especially with the SAT prep and career workshop."
With its reach, relationships, and expertise, U-M—through CEO—is uniquely positioned to deliver the K–12 interventions needed to close gaps and strengthen Michigan’s talent pipeline.
Contact Us
Questions?
For more information, contact:
Michael Turner
Associate Director of K-12 Partnerships
