The following links will allow you to understand the TIP program a little better from a state level. There is also some information about Ferris requirements for TIP.

http://www.michigan.gov/dhs/0,1607,7-124-5452_7121-18162--,00.html
This link explains the state's purpose for the TIP program.

This link directs you to the Michigan TIP fact sheet for the 2008-2009 academic year.

http://www.ferris.edu/HTMLS/admision/financialaid/programs/tip.htm
This link directs you to the Ferris State University Office of Financial Aid, TIP information.

This link directs you to a list of all participating colleges and universities that accept the TIP scholarship.