LANSING, Mich. – More than 62,000 people have applied to Michigan Reconnect since the program launched on Feb. 2. The program is called Michigan Reconnect. The number of applicants jumped last week when 14,000 Michiganders who applied but didn’t qualify for Futures for Frontliners were automatically enrolled for Michigan Reconnect. It is also available to eligible adults already enrolled in their local community college. READ: Michigan offers free community college tuition to residents 25 and older -- Here’s how to applyWhat is Michigan Reconnect?

LANSING, Mich. – More than 40,000 Michigan residents have applied for community college tuition assistance since the program launched two weeks ago, according to officials. The program is called Michigan Reconnect. READ: Michigan offers free community college tuition to residents 25 and older -- Here’s how to applyMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she has a goal of ensuring that 60 percent of Michigan residents have a degree or post-secondary credential by 2030. “Michiganders interested in a professional trades career can still take advantage of Michigan Reconnect by pursuing credentials through their community college.”AdWhat is Michigan Reconnect?