Derrius Quarles

Social Entrepreneur, Author, and The Million Dollar Scholar.

Since the first workshop at Kenwood Academy High School in 2011, Derrius has been on an unrelenting mission to equip high-school and college students with the knowledge and tools to help fund their higher education with scholarships and grants.

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Since the first workshop at Kenwood Academy High School in 2011, Derrius has been on an unrelenting mission to equip high-school and college students with the knowledge and tools to help fund their higher education with scholarships and grants. Having secured over $1 million dollars in scholarship awards before attending and graduating from Morehouse College with honors – Derrius is a nationally sought-after coach and speaker on the financial aid and college preparation processes. He is an Ivy League graduate, Inc. 30 Under 30 entrepreneur, and has received honors for expanding higher education access from three living Presidents including Barack Obama in 2015.



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PRAISE FOR MDS FOUNDER DERRIUS QUARLES


  • Derrius is an inspiration to youth all across the country and serves as an example of the opportunity we all have to better our lives in America through tenacity and hard work.

    CNN's Don Lemon
    CNN's Don Lemon
    Host, CNN Tonight
  • Derrius is the dream Dr. King and I fought so heard for.

    Harry Belafonte
    Harry Belafonte
    Philanthropist and Civil Rights Leader
  • Derrius was so outstanding and eloquent. His delivery and instinct for how to communicate with his audience leaves many older adults in the dust!

    Heather Hudson
    Heather Hudson
    Principal

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Derrius is available for keynote speaking, panels, and breakout sessions. Fill out the form below to submit an inquiry.