Our Mission

Making college education

accessible

Q: Are books covered?

Scholars are eligible for up to $500.00 per semester, not to exceed $1,000.00 for book/supply reimbursements annually. Scholars are also eligible for a ONE-TIME $400.00 computer reimbursement

for everyone living in the
Pontiac School District.

Next meeting

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Monthly Board Meeting

1500 University Drive Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Ste. 208

4:00 pm-

6:00 pm

400+

Satisfied Students

90+

Post-secondary options

30+

Skilled Trade, Certificate & Apprenticeships

$7,000,000+

Scholarships Awarded Since Fall 2014

About Your FUTURE
The Pontiac Promise Zone

Making dreams come true for the youth of the Pontiac School District who may not have the resources for a Michigan college education.
The Pontiac Promise Zone can make your dreams come true if you desire to obtain a two or four-year degree, certification, or skilled trade school of your choosing in Michigan.

What schools are in the Pontiac School District?

Schools that qualify for the Pontiac Promise Zone include:

Arts & Technology Academy of Pontiac (ATAP)
Auburn Hills Christian
Pontiac High School
Learn4Life
Baldwin Christian School
International Technology Academy (ITA)
Notre Dame Preparatory School
Oakland Christian
Pontiac Academy of Excellence (PAE)
Heritage Christian
Received a GED from the Pontiac School District

How much is available per year?

Currently, up to $8,750.00 per semester is available for Pontiac residents who graduate from a qualifying high school within the Pontiac School District.

If scholars attended and lived within the Pontiac School District, funds are disbursed as follows:

Grades 9-12 receive 100% of funding–$17,500.00 annually
Grades 10-12 receive 100% of funding–$17,500.00 annually
Grades 11-12 receive 75% funding–$13,125.00 annually
12th Grade only and Pontiac GED completion receive 50% of funding–$8,750.00 annually
Current Adult high school diploma recipients within the current graduating year receives 100% of funding–$17,500.00 annually

Are books covered?

Scholars are eligible for up to $500.00 per semester, not to exceed $1,000.00 for book/supply reimbursements annually.

Scholars are also eligible for a ONE-TIME $400.00 computer reimbursement

Is room and board covered?

Yes! Funding can be applied towards room and board, and the full cost of attendance; however, scholarship funds are applied towards tuition payments first.