Scholarship Value: $4,000
Awards Available: 5
Eligibility for the Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars Scholarship is based on a student’s completion of the Next Level Scholars program. Students who do not complete the Next Level Scholars program will not be eligible for the scholarship. Each scholarship award is estimated to be $4,000, subject to the availability of funds, and is conditional on completion of all eligibility requirements, listed below.
FALL
- Complete the FAFSA by visiting fafsa.gov
- Submit your FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS) to Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars. Your FAFSA FSS is emailed to you about 3 days after you submit your FAFSA.
- Submit applications to at least three post-secondary institutions. Tip: There are many things to consider when deciding where you want to apply. Remember to apply to reach, match and safety institutions.
WINTER
- Submit your FAFSA Submission Summary to Dollars for Scholars by January 31, 2024.
SPRING
- Determine your post-secondary institution and participate in Suited for Success to announce your decision.
- Complete FAFSA Verification if you have been selected. Reach out to Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars if you have been selected and aren’t sure what to do or where to start.
SUMMER
- To receive your scholarship check, submit your post-secondary information by September 1, 2024.
- Tip: You will be asked to submit your fall 2024 course schedule and the financial aid package you received from your school. You will also be asked how you would like to receive your scholarship (see the “How much of my scholarship do I receive at once?” question in Frequently Asked Questions below). Be prepared!
- Your check will be mailed directly to your post-secondary institution. You will be required to endorse the check. Please reach out to DRDFS or your school for more information.
Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars Scholarship FAQ
How much of my scholarship do I receive at once?
Students have access to an anticipated total of $4,000 from Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars and can claim scholarship funds in the following ways for a maximum of four years. Students must indicate how they wish to receive their scholarship funds in the Award Agreement prior to September 1 of the year of their high school graduation date.
- $2,000 per year for two consecutive years.
- $1,000 per year for four consecutive years.
- $4,000 in one year if the student is in a one-year program. Their award will be disbursed in two equal payments during their program, one in the fall, and one in the winter.
Note: If you would like your disbursement split between your fall and winter semester, please talk to your financial aid office.
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Scholarship Value: $4,000
Awards Available: 5
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