Hello!

As September comes to a close, it's time to start thinking ahead to the next month and all that it brings. Did you know that October is Michigan College Month? Many colleges and universities around the state waive their application fees during the month of October! This is a great time to begin submitting your applications to post-secondary institutions you have on your college list. In fact, DRDFS has an event in October for the Class of 2022 focused on exactly this--more to come on that later.

Keep reading to learn more of the things happening in October that will help you prepare for life after high school! As always, please feel welcome to reach out with questions/concerns.
Marissa D'Angelo
Next Level Scholars Program Manager
Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars
mdangelo@drdfs.org
(734) 354-7274
NEWSLETTER CONTENTS:
  • NEW: FAFSA Application Opens THIS WEEK!
  • REMINDER: Tutor.com
  • Resource Spotlight: NACAC's Virtual College Fair
  • Featured Resources
NEW: FAFSA APPLICATION OPENS THIS WEEK!
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) opens to the Class of 2022 Friday, October 1! You do not need to know exactly where you plan to attend post-secondary to complete the application. In fact, you can add up to 10 schools on your FAFSA application. Completing the FAFSA as soon as possible for the best chance at receiving the most financial aid.
REMINDER: TUTOR.COM
Don't forget that as a Next Level Scholar with Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars, you have access to FREE online tutoring to help you with your classes this year.

Tutors are available on demand, 24/7. 
Simply go to www.tutor.com/drdfs and get connected with a tutor today! Don't remember your log-in information? Reach out to Marissa via email at mdangelo@drdfs.org or text (734) 354-7274.
RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT: NACAC'S VIRTUAL COLLEGE FAIRS
One good way to explore colleges and universities from the comfort of your home is to check out as many FREE virtual college fairs as you can! NACAC has a variety of fairs happening today and over the course of the next few weeks/months. Click here to check out the schools that will be participating on a given date/time and register today!
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