Hello!

It was great to see those of you that were able to attend Apply in person at Walsh College last week! If you weren't able to join us, stay tuned for some details on the virtual/make-up option for the event.

If you haven't already, we are still collecting student responses from the Next Level Scholars Fall Milestone Survey, please take a minute to complete it today, so we can better support you based on your individual needs and goals!

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
APPLY NEWSLETTER CONTENTS:
  • NEW: EMU presents- RisE Higher: First Generation College Day Event
  • REMINDER: FAFSA SAR Submission - DRDFS Scholarship Requirement
  • REMINDER: FREE Tutor.com Account
  • Resource Spotlight: Scholarships & Alumni Session Recap
  • Featured Resources
NEW: EMU PRESENTS- RISE HIGHER: FIRST GENERATION COLLEGE DAY EVENT
Many of you shared on your Apply evaluation that you'd like more info about Eastern Michigan University. Here is an opportunity to join EMU on campus for their new, RisE Higher: 1st Generation College Day Event. This event is geared towards incoming first-year students who identify as First Generation. (First Generation Students are defined as students where neither parent nor legal guardians living in the household hold a 4-year degree.)

EMU will offer two different tracks of sessions: one for the students, and one for the parents. The event will take place on Saturday, November 13 from 10:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. in-person at EMU. Check-in will begin at 9:30 a.m. This day will include a campus tour so you get the first look at campus! In addition, you will hear about our EMU Admissions Process, learn about support for their student population, and get your questions about EMU answered!

REMINDER: FAFSA SAR SUBMISSION - DRDFS SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENT!
Don't forget - submitting your FAFSA SAR to DRDFS is a requirement to receive your scholarship for post-secondary! If you have successfully submitted your FAFSA application, you should have access to your SAR (Student Aid Report). Submit your FAFSA SAR here, due January 31st.

To access your online SAR, follow these steps:
  • Have your FSA ID (username and password) available.
  • Go to the FAFSA home page and click “Login.”
  • Log into the system.
  • Click on the “Print” option and choose to save as a PDF file.
  • Save the entire SAR to your computer as a PDF file. It is now ready to upload.

Click here for more help on how to find your FAFSA SAR.
Click here for a video on how to save your SAR as a PDF.
Click here for a sample of what your SAR will look like, as well as additional information about your FAFSA.
REMINDER: FREE TUTOR.COM ACCOUNT!
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: SCHOLARSHIPS & ALUMNI SESSION RECAP
During the Scholarships & Alumni Session with Erin at Apply, you had a chance learn more about the additional scholarship opportunities that are only open to students in the Class of 2022 who are part of the Next Level Scholars Program.


If you have follow-up questions about these scholarships, please reach out to Erin at etalbot@drdfs.org for assistance!
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