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College Planning

Higher education is a big decision for parents and kids alike. In the Metro Parent Guide to College Planning, families in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor, Michigan can find the insight and advice they need. Consider it your one-stop shop for choosing, preparing for, affording, applying to and attending college.

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U-M Dearborn: Acceptance rates, requirements and how to apply

Starting college can be a big adjustment for some students, especially those coming from a smaller school setting. Located just outside Detroit, University of...
Applying for College

What does it take to get into the University of Detroit Mercy? See admissions guidelines and more

The University of Detroit Mercy is a private, four-year college located in Detroit, Michigan, offering more than 100 academic degree programs across undergraduate, graduate...
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7 small colleges in southeast Michigan worth a closer look

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What GPA do you need to get into a Michigan college?

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Your guide to Central Michigan University: Acceptance, application, finance and timelines

Central Michigan University (CMU), located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, serves as one of the state's largest educational universities. It has over 200 educational offerings...
College Planning

Are Ann Arbor and East Lansing great college towns? This is where they rank in the U.S.

With a mix of historic campuses, vibrant downtown energy and deep industrial roots, metro Detroit has long been a powerhouse for higher education in...
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New Wayne State program aims to remove college barriers for DPSCD students

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. Wayne State University attracts thousands of students from metro Detroit and from outstate...
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What it takes to get into Michigan State University: Acceptance rates and admissions info parents need to know

Applying to college is one of the biggest milestones in a student’s life — exciting, nerve-wracking and full of possibility. For many, Michigan State...

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