74%Careers in Michigan's Hot 50 jobs that require a bachelor's degree or more. Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget
$1.35MIncreased earnings of a college grad over the course of their lifetime compared to an individual with only a high school diploma.Social Security Administration
42Careers in Michigan’s Hot 50 jobs that require formal learning past high school.Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget
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Sixty by 30
At MCAN, we have one main goal: Increasing the percentage of Michigan residents with degrees or postsecondary certificates to 60% by the year 2030. By supporting increased access to postsecondary opportunities for low-income students, students of color, and first-generation college-going students, we address systemic inequities head-on. This way, we can empower students and communities in Michigan for generations to come.
April 15, 2026
Q&A with Ryan Fewins-Bliss: 15 Years of Policy & Progress
March 4, 2026
Rewriting the Story of College Access: How Equitable Opportunities Change Trajectories
February 4, 2026
Carrying the Promise Forward: Coco Moulder’s Commitment to College Access
Education. Equity. Empowerment.
When we overturn the barriers preventing many students from accessing postsecondary education, we can empower them to thrive and make a positive impact in their communities—making all of Michigan stronger. Everyone in Michigan deserves this opportunity. That's why our work matters.