As a Michigan College and University Partnership (MiCUP) Scholar, you'll conduct hands-on research at Michigan Tech alongside expert mentors. This seven-week summer program builds your research skills, academic confidence, and professional connections.
What You'll Gain
- Conduct real research with faculty mentors
- Earn college credit through a focused 1-credit course
- Live on campus at Michigan Tech
- Present your findings at a research showcase
- Build connections with peers and professionals
Who Can Apply
To be eligible, you must attend one of the following:
- Delta College
- Grand Rapids Community College
- Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College
- Wayne County Community College District
Why MiCUP Works For You
If you're pursuing a STEM field and are the first in your family to attend college or come from a low-income background, MiCUP creates a direct path to completing your bachelor's degree. Only 14 positions are available each year, and your acceptance gives you a significant advantage as you prepare to transfer.
Start Your Application
Connect with your Community College liaison for application guidance:
Building on Success
When you join MiCUP, you become part of a program with over 20 years of proven results. Established in 2000 as the "Unlock Your Future Program," MiCUP has helped students like you complete bachelor's degrees and launch rewarding careers in high-demand fields.
Through multiple grant renewals (2006, 2011, 2017, and 2023), the program continues to demonstrate its effectiveness in creating academic opportunities through personalized mentorship and support.
This program is funded through the State of Michigan's Martin Luther King, Jr. - César Chávez - Rosa Parks (KCP) Initiative.