by jstasik

Hi there, this is my first Hubski post. I'm from Michigan and care deeply about improving the state's economic environment. I just started a new job in Detroit after living in Chicago, Switzerland, and SF Bay Area for the last 7 years since graduating from the University of Michigan. When I graduated, my mentality (and that of most of my friends) was - should we move to New York or Chicago? Despite growing up in Michigan, staying in Michigan after graduating was even an option in my eyes. Thinking about his now, 7 years later, I want to find ways to make Michigan (and Detroit specifically) a viable option for graduates.

in addition to differentiating tuition amounts on in-state/out-of-state residence BEFORE and during school, should universities give tuition rebates for students who choose to stay in-state AFTER graduation?

Every year, the state spends an enormous amount of money on educating students who will leave the state immediately after graduation. A tuition rebate of, say, $10,000 would give students an incentive to stay in-state and contribute to the local economy.

I'd love to hear what others think of this, and if anybody is aware of other states doing something similar.

Thanks!