Scholarships

The Detroit Public Schools Community District is pleased to announce the opening of our annual scholarship season, offering a diverse range of awards to support the academic and professional aspirations of our students. These scholarships are designed to provide financial assistance and recognition to students who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to their community.
 
We invite students to explore the various scholarships available, each tailored to support different areas of study, career paths, and personal achievements. Our goal is to empower students to pursue their educational goals without financial barriers, facilitating a smoother transition to higher education and beyond.
 
Applicants are encouraged to review the criteria for each scholarship carefully and submit their applications by the designated deadlines. The Detroit Public Schools Community District is committed to fostering a culture of excellence and achievement, and we look forward to supporting our students’ academic journeys through these scholarship opportunities.
 
Embrace the possibilities and rise to the next step in your academic and professional journey.
 
For more information on available scholarships and application procedures, please visit each scholarship application page. If you still have questions, please reach out to info@dpsfdn.org.
Michigan Central STEAM Award

Michigan Central STEAM Award

Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation, alongside Michigan Central, have created an opportunity for upcoming juniors (2024- 2025 school year) through graduating seniors (Class of 2024) pursuing or working...

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Detroit Promise Scholarship

Detroit Promise Scholarship

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation created a $2,000 opportunity for DPSCD graduating seniors. The recipient must have been accepted to an accredited 4-year higher educational institution or...

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Pernick Prize Award

Pernick Prize Award

  The annual Pernick Prizes (3) in Mathematics, Medicine, and Public Service offers a non-renewable $15,000 award that recognizes the outstanding achievement of a DPSCD high school student in the indicated...

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The Roy and Maureen Roberts Scholarship

The Roy and Maureen Roberts Scholarship

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation, alongside Roy and Maureen Roberts, has created an opportunity for DPSCD graduating seniors of $1,500.  The recipient must have been accepted to an accredited...

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George Curby Newman Scholarship

George Curby Newman Scholarship

    The Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation, alongside the Newman Family, has created an opportunity for 1 male and 1 female DPSCD senior-varsity athlete to matriculate into higher education.  ...

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McGregor Scholarship  

McGregor Scholarship  

The Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation, alongside the McGregor Fund, has created an opportunity for two Henry Ford High School seniors who plan to attend a public university in Michigan. Each awarded...

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