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Counselor, college‑access partner propose making FAFSA a high‑school graduation requirement
Summary
High school counselor Jeanett Pritchett and Maggie Bacon of BEST Benzie County LCAN proposed making FAFSA completion a graduation requirement with in‑school support and an opt‑out waiver; Michigan’s Class of 2025 FAFSA completion rate of 56.9% was cited.
High School Counselor Jeanett Pritchett and Maggie Bacon from BEST Benzie County Local College Access Network told the board they are proposing to make FAFSA completion a graduation requirement so students learn about aid options and receive support completing the form. "This requirement may challenge students to learn about what doors can open for them and how to receive allocated money for college or trade school," the transcript states.
Under the proposal, the district would provide dedicated time and assistance for students to complete the online FAFSA; families or students could opt out by signing a waiver. Board members were given context that Michigan's FAFSA completion rate for the Class of 2025 was 56.9%, and the presenters framed the measure as a way to increase access to postsecondary funding.
