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Michigan Scholarship Program Tied to 4% Increase in On-Time Degree Attainment
A study co-authored by researchers from the University of Michigan, Harvard University and elsewhere found that the HAIL Scholarship program increased on-time bachelor's degree attainment by 4% for low-income Michigan students. The evidence provided is limited to this single result.
BriefPublished 14 September 20261 min read1 linked source · 2 checked facts
The University of Michigan's High-Achieving Involved Leader (HAIL) Scholarship program increased on-time bachelor's degree attainment rates by 4%, according to a study co-authored by researchers from U-M, Harvard University and elsewhere. The same source states the scholarship increased projected earnings for low-income Michigan students.
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This is a promising but preliminary result, as the evidence provided is limited to a single study without methodological details.
What the reporting says: The HAIL Scholarship program increased on-time bachelor's degree attainment rates by 4%, according to a study co-authored by researchers from U-M, Harvard University and elsewhere.