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What
is Rising Star?
The
DCCCD Foundation believes everyone should have a chance to realize
the American Dream. We also believe that a college education through
the Dallas County
Community College District is an excellent first step toward
achieving that goal. Recognizing that there are those who truly
lack the personal finances needed for college - even the affordable
rates offered by the DCCCD - the Foundation has established
the new Rising Star Scholars Program. |
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The
new scholarship initiative essentially eliminates financial need as
a barrier to higher education in Dallas County. The Rising Star program
promises the youth of Dallas County that if they stay in high school,
graduate, demonstrate a modest level of academic potential, and have
specific financial need, the Foundation will guarantee them the opportunity
to earn a two-year college education from any one of the seven
Dallas County Community Colleges or the El Centro College Bill
J. Priest Campus. |
Rising Star
provides academic support services and up to $4,000 for tuition and books
throughout your education in the DCCCD.
December
2006
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