Scholar Success
SCHOLAR SUCCESS
We are dedicated to providing the support, access and resources our students need to enroll in post-secondary education, stay engaged with Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars and earn a credential.
Support doesn’t end after high school graduation. Scholars receive supports and resources for the duration of their post-secondary journey.
Scholar support includes:
- Individual check-in’s and coaching
- Programming and social events
- Bi-annual surveys to ensure relevant and timely communication and support for scholars
- Scholarships for eligible scholars
- Newsletters
- Volunteer opportunities
- Tutor.com
- Scholar Success Fund
- CareerSpring
- And more!
Scholars can connect with resources and engage by utilizing the Scholar Newsletter, joining the Scholar Success Facebook Group, communicating and meeting with DRDFS staff, and participating in volunteer opportunities and attend virtual and in-person events.
Scholar Success Fund
The Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars Scholar Success Fund is available to DRDFS students currently enrolled or pursuing becoming enrolled in a post-secondary institution, that have a financial emergency that may derail their education and would like to request support. The fund allows students to meet their needs and continue their education.
Expenses Potentially Covered by DFS:
- Learning Supplies (i.e. laptop, Wi-Fi hotspot)
- Transportation (i.e. car repairs, gas gift cards, bus ticket)
- Housing Support (i.e. utility bill support, rent support)
- Food Support (i.e. grocery gift card)
- Basic Needs (i.e. hygiene items)
Examples of Expenses Not Covered:
- Tuition and fees, loans
- Parking tickets or other fines,
- Non-essential utilities (i.e. cable)
- Credit card/personal debt, entertainment, court fees
Scholars can reach out to Erin at etalbot@drdfs.org or (734) 228-8543 with requests for support.
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Scholar Resources
Guide To Thrive
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
Scholar Success Newsletter
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Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars is proud to partner with MCAN to work toward the shared goal of 60% college attainment by 2030.
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