College Scholarships

We provide financial support to high-achieving students with high financial need, so that they can take the next step in their educational journey.

2025 Scholarship Application Timeline

• January 13, 2025 - Applications open

• February 24, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. - Applications due

• March 17-21 - Candidate interviews

• Week of April 10 - Awards announced at Senior Awards ceremonies at FFHS and MHS

• Mid-May - Awards announced at CHSS Senior Awards

We offer approximately $25,000 in college financial support annually through:

• DEF Scholarships - Available to ALL DCS high school seniors, prioritizing financial need and academic achievement.

• Mollie Shannon Gallop Scholarships - Available to DCS high school seniors enrolled in AVID. 

• Lynn Blackburn Scholarship - Available to DCS high school seniors who participated in the English Language Learners program.

• Gwen E. Botson Foundation Scholarship - Available to FFHS high school seniors who have overcome personal adversity, specifically through athletics.