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GrantMichigan School Social Worker Tuition Reimbursement Grant — IDEA Part B
Atlas Opportunity Score90/100
FundingActual tuition up to $1,000 per credit hour for the required 9 credits of school social worker coursework, up to $9,000 per qualifying social worker. MDE's public materials do not state a statewide funding pool or universal district-level ceiling.
DeadlineRolling / requests reviewed as received. Qualifying School Social Worker Permit employment period extends through September 30, 2027; the live MDE page does not publish a fixed application closing time.
Required next actionConfirm the district employs a master's-level social worker under a valid School Social Worker Permit; verify the coursework is part of the required 9-credit credential sequence; assemble the MOECS permit screenshot and detailed paid tuition bill; account for any non-repayable grants or scholarships; and submit through the live MDE application while the reimbursement pathway remains available.
Current statusActive — rolling reimbursementSource verificationOctober 1, 2026Tracked applicant typesSchool or School District
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