Michigan Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (MI GEAR UP) is a college access initiative providing students and families the support and resources they need for college success.

Since its inception in 1999, MI GEAR UP has improved educational outcomes for low-income, academically disadvantaged students across Michigan.

The MI GEAR UP Program works with high schools throughout the state to offer students the academic skills, information and encouragement they need to not only graduate from high school, but to apply, attend and gain the skills necessary to earn a college or university degree.