The state of South Carolina is home to over 80 four-year public universities, two-year community colleges, and private undergraduate and graduate universities combined. Whether you’re a high school senior looking at attending a South Carolina college or university, or you’re a current college student at one of South Carolina’s many institutions, this post highlights many great scholarships and resources for you to take advantage of.
Let's go over a few of South Carolina's best scholarships for students.
Amount: $1,000
Deadlines: Quarterly
Details: Before we get into all of the South Carolina-specific private scholarships, check out our very own. No essay or minimum GPA required to apply. Open to US citizens, international students in the US, and students with DACA and undocumented status.
Amount: $25,000
Deadline: Rolling monthly
Eligibility:
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Amount: $2,500 Monthly
Deadline: Expires on the last day of each month
Eligibility: The ScholarshipPoints Scholarship is a monthly no essay scholarship open to all high school and college students ages 16 and older, who are US residents!
Amount: up to $2,800
Deadline: Varies
Details: The SC HOPE Scholarship Program is a merit-based scholarship created for students attending a four-year institution who do not qualify for the LIFE or Palmetto Fellows Scholarship.
Amount: $6,700 to $7,500
Deadline: Varies
Details: The Palmetto Fellows Scholarship is a merit-based program recognizing the most academically talented high school seniors and encouraging these students to attend college in the state.
Amount: up to $5,000
Deadline: Varies
Details: The LIFE Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship program administered by the financial aid office at each eligible public and independent college and university in South Carolina. Students must submit the minimum documents to their institution’s financial aid department.
Amount: up to $3,500
Deadline: Varies
Details:The S.C. Need-based grant is to provide additional financial aid to South Carolina’s neediest students. A student may receive up to $3,500 annually
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies
Details: South Carolina Lottery Tuition Assistance (SCLTA) is available for students enrolled in 6 credit hours or more.
Amount: $8,000
Deadline: Varies
Details: For the opportunity to win an $8,000 scholarship, submit a video or written essay about an individual you know personally (who lives in your community) who has inspired you and helped you build the confidence you need to achieve your goals.
Amount: $45,000
Deadline: January 31
Details: Open to high school seniors. Compose an impactful essay (500 words or less) explaining how your education will empower you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of South Carolinians and your community.
Amount: $20,000
Deadline: January 31
Details:The recipient must have a major in the natural resources discipline such as: wildlife biology, fisheries biology, forestry, marine science or environmental science to qualify.
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: February 8
Details: Eligible students must be from one of the 18 counties listed on the scholarship page. A student’s permanent address must be within the designated county region at the time of high school graduation. Current high school seniors or current undergraduate students may apply for the scholarship.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 14
Details: Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarships of the Simon Youth Foundation are available to high school seniors living near a Simon mall or in the surrounding communities.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: March 1
Details: Scholarships are presented annually to deserving high school seniors who participated in the Dixie Youth Baseball program while age 12 and under.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 1
Details: Advocates for African Americans Carolinas Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to college-bound students from North and South Carolina who are pursuing a major in engineering, math, science, computer science, accounting, finance or business administration.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 15
Details: Applicant must be a South Carolina resident and enrolled in an accredited school and be well-qualified, with a serious interest in pursuing a degree specific to International Trade or a related course of study.
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: March 25
Details: Open to high school seniors, as well as college freshmen and sophomores. Must be planning to pursue a non-performing career in theater.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: March 31
Details: Award available to a deserving student (high school senior, college freshman, sophomore, or junior) based on their academic ability, need, and desire to enter the construction industry.
Amount: $6,000
Deadline: April 1
Details: All eligible students must be enrolled in a college or university during the coming school year and plan to pursue a career in broadcast or digital media.
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: April 17
Details: 80% of scholarships will be awarded on a combination of need and merit with the remaining 20% awarded on the basis of merit.
Amount: $6,000
Deadline: December 1
Details: Award available to high school seniors interested in the teaching profession. Each year, the program provides fellowships to up to 200 high school seniors.
A great resource for South Carolina students comes from South Carolina Commission on Higher Education.
Students should also search for local scholarships. If you are a college-bound high school student, be sure to check-in with both your high school’s college counselor and the financial aid department at your future college.
Be sure to also check the website of both your high school and your college. Oftentimes, they maintain a page of scholarships in the community that offers some great options.