Bay is the Way Day! took place Sept. 26 in conjunction with College Month in October. The event drew more than 85 high school seniors to explore majors and whether Bay will be their college of choice next fall. (Bay College photo)

ESCANABA/IRON MOUNTAIN — October is College Month in Michigan, and Bay College welcomed local high school seniors onto campus for a day of college and degree exploration.

The “Bay is the Way Day!” event, which took place at the end of September, gave prospective students a firsthand look at college life and the many opportunities available to them at Bay’s Escanaba and Iron Mountain campuses and beyond.

The event was part of Bay College’s ongoing commitment to being an all-access college – where every student is welcomed and supported. Bay College’s application is always free, requires no essay, and has no grade-point average minimum, making it easier for students to take their first step toward their college-bound journey.

“As we celebrate College Month, we also want to recognize the incredible work of Michigan College Access Network,” Director of Admissions Jessica Beaver said. “MCAN provides valuable resources to students and families preparing for college from financial aid guidance to college planning tools, they help make higher education more accessible across the state of Michigan.”

Throughout the day, students engaged in presentations, toured campus, discussed potential fields of study with faculty and Division Deans, and learned about the college’s student support services and career pathways.

“Bay is proud to be a part of this movement and remains dedicated to empowering students to achieve their goals. Whether you’re just beginning or ready to apply, Bay is here to support you every step of the way,” Beaver said.

For more information about applying to Bay College, upcoming admissions events, or general information about the certificates, degrees, and workforce paths, contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@baycollege.edu or 906-217-4010.