Fall Workshops
🍁 All the workshops are free and open to all Michigan high school students and their parents. Sign-ups are required prior to the workshops.
Scholarship & Financial Aid Basics
Thursday, September 17, 2026
⏰ 6:00 – 7:15 PM – Online
Confused about how to pay for college? In this session, we’ll break down the basics of paying for college, different types of scholarships, and what financial aid and scholarships cover.
In Person: Scholarship & Financial Aid Basics
Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ 4:00 – 5:30 PM – In Person, 5201 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202
Join us at the Detroit Public Library for snacks and learning all about financial aid and scholarships in a fun and simple way!
Searching for Scholarships
Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 12:00 – 1:15 PM – Online
No more half-guessing, struggling with spam, or getting lost – it’s time to learn how to find scholarships the easy way using Google tools and search terms.
Writing Scholarships
Thursday, November 12, 2026
⏰ 6:00 – 7:15 PM – Online
Writing scholarships can feel overwhelming; let’s make it easy. In this session, we will teach you how to answer essay questions with confidence.
FAQ’s
When is the best time for students to start learning about scholarships and financial aid?
The sooner, the better. We recommend that students begin participating in workshops in 9th grade.
Can parents or family members attend the workshops?
Yes, parents and families can participate.
Where are the workshops located?
Unless noted, all workshops are online. After completing the signup you will receive the link for the workshop.
Do you have any resources for college or adult students?
At this point, we specialize in serving high school students only.
Do you have any other resources?
Yes, we have a ton of online resources: https://djsvillage.org/blog/
We also send out a monthly scholarship list: SIGN UP HERE