2026-27 MI Future Educator Fellowship/Stipend Eligibility Criteria Clarification
The Office of Higher Education has received questions regarding the MI Future Educator program’s updated 2026-27 eligibility criteria, which states that Educator Preparation Programs (EPP) must provide training in pedagogical methods grounded in the science of reading to qualify for the MI Fellowship or MI Stipend awards. Please note that, per the Public Act 25 of 2026, EPPs must comply with this requirement by September 30, 2027. The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) will be in communication with EPPs during the 2026-27 academic year regarding this requirement.
The MI Future Educator Fellowship website, MI Future Educator Stipend website, and 2026-27 State Programs and Procedures Manual for Financial Aid Professionals have been updated to reflect this guidance.
2026-2027 MI Future Educator Fellowship Reimbursement Roster – Available September 30, 2026
The 2026-27 MI Future Educator Fellowship Reimbursement Roster will be available on September 30, 2026. The first Fellowship disbursement date is scheduled for November 18, 2026. Institutions must request reimbursement for the Fall 2026 Fellowship by November 17, 2026 at 5 p.m. EST for students to be included in the November 18, 2026 disbursement date.
2026-2027 MI Future Educator Stipend Payment Schedule
The 2026-27 MI Future Educator Stipend will be paid on a monthly basis. The first Stipend disbursement date is scheduled for October 14, 2026. Institutions must certify Fall 2026 Stipend recipients by October 13, 2026 at 5 p.m. EST for students to be included in the October 14, 2026 disbursement date. The Spring 2027 MI Future Educator Stipend application will be available to students beginning November 1, 2026.
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