NEWSLETTER CONTENTS

  1. FAFSA is Open for 2022-23
  2. October 10 is World Mental Health Day
  3. Alumni Emergency Fund - Funds Available for You
  4. Featured Resources
  • Start Applying for Summer 2022 Internships
  • Scholarships with Deadlines in October
The FAFSA is Open

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open for the 2022-23 academic year! 

The National College Access Network (NCAN) has resources to share to help all students in completing the FAFSA for 2022-23:
October 10 is World Mental Health Day
You are never alone! Reach out to a trusted friend, family member, school resource or DRDFS!

Take a second to look at mental health and support resources at your school:

Don't see your school listed? Do some research on your school's website--chances are they have resources for their students! 
FREE Online Tutoring with Tutor.com
Tutor.com, the online, 24/7 FREE tutoring is back for the 2021-2022 school year! As a DRDFS alumni, you have access to over 250 subjects including accounting, psychology, nursing, and writing! There are also great resources available such as resume building and stress management.
Head over to www.tutor.com/drdfs, and enter the same login information from the past school year to access tutoring. If you don't remember your login information, reach out to Erin!

You can also check out this YouTube link for more information
Alumni Emergency Fund

The Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars Alumni Emergency Fund is available to DRDFS alumni who are currently enrolled in post-secondary education who have an immediate 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.

Eligibility:
  • You are currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution (you were enrolled in the spring and plan to enroll in the fall)
  • You have not already received emergency funds from Dollars for Scholars.
Register Today! Virtual Alumni Spooktacular October 28
Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars is excited to host the Alumni Spooktacular on October 28th! The Alumni Spooktacular is a virtual Halloween celebration and trivia night, to have a bit of fun and connect with other DRDFS alumni. 

Time: 7-8 PM
Place: Zoom (Secure link will be sent after registration)


Registration closes October 11 for students who wish to receive a Halloween box! Otherwise, registration will remain open until the day before the event.
Featured Resources


  • Click here for scholarships with deadlines in October.

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