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Seniors    Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship     Deadline November 15, 2018    Myrtle Beach Lodge   Critieria judged on Leadership, Scholarship, Financial Need   Online at enf.elks.org/mvs

 

Seniors                 S.C. Junior Golf Foundation                   Deadline November 28, 2018                               GPA 2.75 on 4.0 scale plan to attend 4 year college/university in SC   https://www.scholarshipprograms.org/golf/

 

 

Seniors            CERRA SC Teaching Fellows Scholarship      Deadline  December 1st, 2018

Seniors interested in becoming educators in SC - The SC Teaching Fellows Scholarship Program online application is now available on the CERRA website.  Visit http://cerra.org/teachingfellows/application.aspx  for a short video and application process.  Students may receive up to $24,000 over 4 years to become SC educators.   The deadline for submission of all application materials (including recommendations, SAT/ACT scores, transcripts, etc.) is December 1st       CERRA Teaching Fellows Application

 

Seniors interested in attending University of Dayton, a top tier Catholic school in Dayton, Ohio

Please see your counselor by December 1st to be nominated for their Leadership in Service Scholarship

 

Seniors        Clemson University- Lyceum Scholars Program         Priority deadline Dec. 10th, 2018

$10,000 scholarships - unviersity-based academic program dedicated to exploring the moral, political, and economic foundations of a free society   https://capitalism.sites.clemson.edu/lyceum.html

 

 

 Seniors        Harry Hampton Wildlife Fund Scholarships      Deadline January 31, 2019

 Harry Hampton Scholarship-    SC seniors who wish to further education in natural resource disciplines, such as wildlife biology, fisheries biology, forestry, marine science, or environmental science in a SC institution.   *4 year $5,000 scholarship   Must maintain GPR of 2.5 or higher

 Wallace Pate Scholarship-SC seniors who wish to further education in natural resource disciplines, such as wildlife biology, fisheries biology, forestry, marine science, or environmental science in a SC institution. *one time award of $2500

(May apply for both Harry Hampton and Wallace Pate on same application but only eligible to be awarded one of the two)

 David M Cline Scholarship For SC seniors who wish to further education in natural resource disciplines,  law enforcement/criminal justice, forensic science in a SC institution.    *one-time award $2,000

 James O Thomason Scholarship–    For SC seniors pursuing education in print or photo journalism, advertising, public relations, or mass communications in a SC institution     4 year $2000 scholarship if maintain GPR 2.5 or higher

 Deadline for scholarships listed above:   January 31, 2019   to

Hampton Fund Scholarships               PO Box 2641     Columbia, SC 29202

Please request an official transcript from your guidance counselor or Mrs. Cannon  by January 20

Applications available at www.HamptonWildlifeFund.org/scholarship.html

You may also email jim.goller@hamptonwildlifefund.org or  call 803-600-1570

 

 

 

Seniors:                   WACE Scholarships                     Deadline Feb. 15, 2019                                                          Qualifications;  Have a GPA of 3.5 or better on 4.0 scale; Apply and be accepted at one of the WACE Partner Institutions;  Clarkson University, State University of New York Oswego, Drexel University,  University of Cincinnati,  Johnson & Wales University,  University of Massachusetts Lowell,  The University of Toledo,  Rochester Institute of Technology,  Wentworth Institute of Technology     Application and essay at www.waceinc.org 

 

 

FIDM   Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising  Scholarship Competition    Deadline March 29, 2019  8 full one-year scholarships                                                                                                            Merchandising & Marketing        Beauty Marketing & Product Development   Fashion Design   Graphic Design  Interior Design  Social Media                  Visual Communications             Merchandise Product Development       Apparel Industry Management

http://fidm.edu/en/admissions/financial+aid/scholarships/national+scholarship+competition

 

 

Seniors SC Association of Educational Office Professionals  Marian Garrett Scholarship Application            Deadline December 1st, 2018   Applicants must complete a SCAEOP Scholarship Application form; write a one-page biographical sketch on “Why I Chose a Career in Business”, submit letters of recommendation and official transcript 2018 SCAEOP Marianna Garrett Scholarship   Business Class Certification

 

Seniors          SCAEOP Member Dependent Scholarship          Deadline December 1st, 2018                       Applicant must be a graduating high school senior and child or grandchild of an “active, retired, or life” member of SCAEOP Applicants must complete a SCAEOP Scholarship Application form; write a one-page essay on “How your education has contributed to who you are today”. Secure three letters of recommendation and submit official transcript  SCAEOP Member Dependent Scholarship   Business Class Certification

 

Seniors          SCAEOP   Student Scholarship               Deadline December 1st, 2018                                  Applicants must complete a SCAEOP Scholarship Application form; write a one-page essay on “What career have you chosen to pursue and why”. Secure three letters of recommendation and submit official transcript  SCAEOP Student Scholarship  Business Class Certification

 

 

 9-12^th Grade Female Students    NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing                                       Deadline:  November 5, 2018         https://www.aspirations.org/

The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing honors young women at the high-school level for their computing-related achievements and interests. Awardees are selected for their computing and IT aptitude, leadership ability, academic history, and plans for post-secondary education                                                                                          Applicants should have a demonstrated outstanding aptitude, interest in IT/computing and demonstrated leadership ability;   typically a GPA of 3.0 or higher;  post-secondary education plans

Students from groups underrepresented in computing and current Juniors/Seniors are strongly encouraged to apply.      There are awards and paid trips at both regional and national levels

 

 

Abbott and Fenner Business Consultants Scholarship Deadline June 14, 2018

  Visit our website atore about this opportunity.

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SC Palmetto Fellows Scholarship. At Charleston Southern University all South Carolina Palmetto Fellow Scholars can attend with full tuition coverage for four years. Over four years, this a total scholarship of over $99,200. In addition, Palmetto Fellow Scholars may qualify for CSU’s Honors Program where they will be challenged and given the opportunity to form close relationships with their professors that can last the rest of their life!

Got your attention? Want more information? Check us out online at www.CharlestonSouthern.edu.

9th-12th grade   2017 Law Day Essay Contest openThe South Carolina Bar's Senior Lawyers Division's 2017 Law Day Essay Contest is open now. TEach student participant must write an essay of 1,000 words or less on this topic: Why is the Fourteenth Amendment important to America's aspirational ideal that all citizens are entitled to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness?    For more information and submission requirements:  https://www.scbar.org/lawyers/sections-committees-divisions/senior-lawyers-division/law-day-essay-contest/

Essays must be submitted by  April 6, 2017    

 

Seniors   The Rev. Don Steins Memorial Scholarship $1000 

Participation at Kingston Presbyterian Church or other church    Stiens Scholarship application 2017.docx    due April 26, 2017  

 

Seniors- Joye Law Firm

For the last 9 years, Joye Law Firm has given a total of over $100,000 to the students of South Carolina, and will be choosing six recipients this year each to receive $2,000 towards their education. 

This scholarship is open to all seniors in South Carolina that will be attending a 4-year university. Details of the scholarship contest and application packet are available at at http://www.joyelawfirm.com/scholarship/  Deadline April 1st, 2017

Seniors       Grand Strand Running Club

Grand Strand Running Scholarship for $1,000

*Horry County Senior who participates in cross-country , track, and/or involved in non-school sponsored running events;  active in the community;  involved in other extracurricular activities at school;  demonstrates leadership qualities as indicated by letters of recommendation, and must have

2.5 weighted GPA.

Deadline is April 1, 2017 (week ofSpring Break)   Please request official transcript from guidance by March 18^th

Application link:  http://www.grandstrandrunning.com/wp-content/uploads/2017-app.pdf

 

AFCEA     Educational Foundation Scholarships

http://www.afcea.org/site/?q=foundation/scholarships

Please read the information listed with each scholarship/program to determine eligibility and individual q ualifications. High school students are not eligible to apply. Apply for one scholarship only. Scholarship awards are subject to availability of funding. Scholarship awards are restricted to use for tuition and mandatory educational fees.Undergraduate applicants must be a second-year college student enrolled as a sophomore or junior in a four-year institution at the time of application. A current overall GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale is required. Freshman and senior college students are ineligible to apply.      

ROTC ScholarshipsROTC scholarships, ranging from $2,000 to $3,000 each, are awarded to students enrolled full-time in C4I-related major and other specific related areas of study.    STEM Teacher Scholarships  Competitive-based scholarships of $2,500 up to $5,000 each are available to students actively pursuing a graduate degree or credential/licensure for the purpose of teaching science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) subjects at a U.S. middle or secondary school. The scholarships are made possible by generous contributions from Booz Allen Hamilton, AFCEA International and several of AFCEA’s regional chapters.Learn more.     STEM Major Scholarships    Applicants will be considered for all AFCEA STEM Major scholarship opportunities for which they qualify. Applications will be accepted from current eligible undergraduate level students majoring in STEM fields to include cybersecurity, intelligence and homeland security-related disciplines. Online programs are eligible.Learn more.

 

Andrade Law Firm Scholarship 

The scholarship addresses societial impacts on the decision to drink and drive. Contest information can be seen here: www.andradelawoffices.com/scholarship . The firm is offering $1,750 in prizes.

The scholarship is now open, and entries are due by May 1, 2017. 

Students ages 16-25    Kids Chance of SC Scholarship 

For students who have a parent or legal guardian who sustained a fatal or serious work related injury. 

GPA of 2.0 and maintain a GPA of 2.5 to renew each semester.     www.kidschancesc.org   Deadline for fall semester is June 30, 2017

Seniors- Low Country Herb Society Scholarship $2,000    

Submit essay describing future career plans, program of study and interest in herbs.

 Essays must be turned in to Kristen Harton or Melissa Cannon by ** Deadline extended  April 18, 2017.

Sheriff's Foundation of Horry County Scholarship

College-bound seniors with an interest in pursuing education in a legal related field at a 2 or 4 year universityConsideration given to academic   achievement, community service record, demonstrated leadership qualities, and financial need

 Candidates must submit application and a 250 word minimum essay

Application deadline is April 21, 2017 Sheriff Found. SCHOLARSHIP APP-2017.pdf

South Carolina State Fair “Ride of Your Life” Scholarship Program awards a total of $300,000 in scholarships to high school students in South Carolina.  Applications are now available on our website, www.scstatefair.org.  Applications must be completed online by  March 15, 2017. 

Seniors Horry Conway Farm Bureau Scholarship    Parents must be Farm Bureau members.

Application must be received by APRIL 28, 2017  2017 Farm Bureau scholarship.pdf

Seniors  South Carolina State Fair “Ride of Your Life” Scholarship Program awards a total of $300,000 in scholarships to high school students in South Carolina. Scholarships worth total of up to $6000 each over 4 years.    Applications are now available on our website, www.scstatefair.org.  Applications must be completed online by March 15, 2017. 

The Seacoast Artists Guild is offering a $1,000 Scholarship as a one-time (not renewable) for a senior planning to attend an institution of higher learning and major in Visual Art (Art History, Art Education, or one of the studio arts).  The student must have been accepted by a college, university, or art school and will be enrolling as a freshman in 2017.  This award, sent directly to the college, will be applied to the tuition costs and fees of the student.  The Guild has no preference as to where the student plans to attend school as long as it is a legitimate or accredited institution of higher learning.  The student should demonstrate artistic excellence as demonstrated by written recommendation by his/her art teacher/s, special awards, or recognition and have an academic record showing potential to succeed in higher learning.   Deadlinen April 30th Please email Ms. Harton for a copy of the application. 

The Sun News Educational Foundation   $1,000 scholarship  and the Mark and Nanchy Garnder Leadership Student Scholarship $1500

Scholarship awarded an outstanding student, based on student motivation, potential for academic achievement, leadership and involvement in community events and civic activities. Two letters of recommendation must be submitted with application.  One letter must be from a teacher

Applications must be received (not postmarked) by March 27, 2017   application at https://www.myrtlebeachonline.com 

Seniors    Tidelands Communtiy Hospice  Scholarship  $1,000

For students pursing field of Social Work or Nursing      Application and references due March 31, 2017

please email kharton@horrycountyschools.net for application 

Seniors Conway Fine Art Club Scholarship       Deadline must be received in mail by March 31st, 2017

please email kharton@horrycountyschools.net for application

Seniors- The Myrtle Beach/Grand Strand Chapter of the Virginia Tech Alumni Association will offer a $1,000 scholarship to a graduate of Horry County Schools entering Virginia Tech in the fall of 2017.  Deadline for the application is May 12, 2017.  Please contact Beth Fife (bfife@horrycountyschools.net) or Andy Kiracofe (akiracofe@horrycountyschools.net) for the scholarship application and/or additional information.

South Carolina Association of Extension Administrative Professionals (SCAEAP) 

Students that are planning to pursue a career in the secretarial science, computer science or business management field to submit their application 

https://files.acrobat.com/a/preview/90ae3f8c-f8fa-4f3a-bea5-afda21c54a84    must be postmarked by March 24th 

ArborOne Farm Credit Tom S. Welsh scholarship for school seniors planning to attend a 2 or 4 year institution and pursuing a career in an agriculture-related field. Eligibility requirements are that they live or own property in one of the 12 counties served by ArborOne Farm Credit:  Chesterfield, Clarendon, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Georgetown, Horry, Marion, Marlboro, Lee, Sumter, or Williamsburg in addition to what I listed above about career/major path. 

Applications are due by March 31^st; decisions are announced by April 17^th.The application can also be found online at www.arborone.com, but it must be submitted either via U.S. mail or in person to our office at 800 Woody Jones Boulevard in Florence. 

South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers' Foundation (SCLEOF) will award $7,000 in Scholarships in 2017 to 3 graduating high school seniors, along with 3 FBI LEEDA Scholarships for officers. The SCLEOF is the training and educational subsidiary of the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers' Association (SCLEOA), South Carolina's oldest and largest professional association.  SCLEOA has been the Voice of Law Enforcement in South Carolina since 1941. Today, nearly 7,000 officers, representing every rank in municipal, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies, comprise the membership of our association.

The SCLEOF will award one $3,000 scholarship and two $2,000 scholarships to high school seniors in the coming year. One of the $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to the child of an SCLEOA member. The SCLEOF will award 3 FBI LEEDA Scholarships in 2017 to SCLEOA Members. Further, the SCLEOF will pay the officer or department $200 towards travel cost to attend the 4 ½ day training. The value of each scholarship is $650 plus $200 in travel expenses. 

To be considered for a scholarship, a completed application (including transcript and essay) must be received by the SCLEOF or postmarked no later than Monday, February 20, 2017 at the end of the business day. 

No faxed or emailed applications will be accepted.      http://www.scleoa.org/assets/2017%20scholarship%20application.pdf  

Seniors    Coastal Carolina Merit Scholarships    Deadline March 1st      deadline for all HCHEC Scholarships extended until March 15, 2017.

 http://www.coastal.edu/admissionsaid/scholarships/        

CCU Horry County Higher Education Commission Scholarships   Deadline March 1st 

Applications available online:   http://www.coastal.edu/admissionsaid/scholarships/hchecscholarships/ 

     HCHEC Leadership Scholarship  $2500 anually honors students with a distinguished record of community service, leadership, volunteerism, and    

      academic excellence        http://www.coastal.edu/financialaid/abs/e001/

    HCHEC War and Society Scholarship $2500 annually for students who plan to major or minor in history or neighboring disciplines in the humanities.

      Preference will be given  to applicants who plan to integrate their interest in war and society into their academic program and subsequent careers.

     Study of War and Society Requirements: -        See more at: http://www.coastal.edu/financialaid/abs/e030/#sthash.qm4u8Ts2.dpuf

    HCHEC Visual and Performing Arts Scholarship  $2500 annually honors students with exceptional talent in art, graphic design, music, dramatic arts, musical

     theater, and theater      http://www.coastal.edu/media/administration/financialaid/pdffiles/forms/2017hchecvpaapplication.pdf  

    HCHEC Hardship and Adversity Scholarship $2500 annually- for students who have persevered through hardship and/or adversity. - See more at:                

       http://www.coastal.edu/financialaid/abs/e029/#sthash.dZqqegqs.dpuf

Beach Ball Classic Scholarship   

Seniors who excel in athletics and academics.   Interested students should go to http://www.beachballclassic.com/scholarship/ and select the link to apply.  

Once the application has been submitted, it will not be considered until a copy of the transcript of credit earned to date and a letter of recommendation by a school staff member have been received. These items need to be emailed to scholarship@beachballclassic.com.  All completed applications and documentation are to be submitted online by February, 28th 2017.

The application may be viewed prior to submitting the application via above online link:  BBC_Scholarship_2017 (2).pdf

Seniors  Democratic Women's Club of Horry County 

Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to Horry County high school seniors for the best 1,000-1,500 word essays on the topic “Why does electing Democrats matter to me"       Entry form and Rules/Criteria are attached, and are also available for download at our website— www.dwchc.com.

Deadline March 31st, 2017       

DWC Horry County 2017 Rules and Criteria.pdf       DWC Horry County 2017 Entry Form.pdf

Students 9th-12 grade   South Carolina Chamber of Commerce  July  Business Week experience and College Scholarship Opportunity

http://www.scbusinessweek.com for detailsand application.   Deadline April 28, 2017

The South Carolina Council on the Holocaust is pleased to offer a scholarship for graduating seniors that honors the memory of those who perished during the Holocaust.   The scholarship is open to high school seniors who will attend a two- or four-year college or university, with matriculation to begin in the 2016-2017 academic year. The scholarship is open to students in the state of South Carolina.
Students must submit a 750- to 1,500-word essay with a Works Cited page in MLA format addressing the following topic:
Several years ago the South Carolina Superintendent of Education proposed cutting the funding for the South Carolina Council on the Holocaust. Write a convincing argument about the importance and relevance of Holocaust education to South Carolina today.
Student essays are due postmarked by Saturday, April 1, 2017 or emailed by midnight. The essays will be reviewed by committee, with announcement of the award being made at the student’s high school awards night.   This scholarship is a one-time presentation of $1000, to be used to support the student’s first year of college or university education.  The South Carolina Council on the Holocaust Scholarship 2017.pdf
The South Carolina Council on the Holocaust Scholarship 2017.docx

Seniors    Brightwater Silver Pen Writing Competition

awards of $500 up to $1500 

Must live withing 25 miles of Brightwater retirement community in Myrtle Beach

visit http://silverpen-slc.com/  for more information and to apply    or  silver pen2017_201701301013.pdf 

Must write 600 word essay   Deadline March 7, 2017

Seniors- Horry County Schools Teacher Scholarship

The HCS Teacher Forum, which is comprised of the five district Teacher of the Year finalists from each of the past two school years, is once again sponsoring the Horry County Schools Teacher Scholarship.  The purpose of this award is to recognize and support our outstanding seniors who choose to enter the field of professional education.  Although award amounts may vary, last year’s recipients received scholarships ranging from $1000-$3000

Attached, you will find the application form for this scholarship.  We hope that you will share it with any of your seniors who have expressed a desire to pursue a career in education.  Please note that the application deadline is Feb 28th  and that application materials should be mailed to Janet Todd at the District Office.  Every application will be assessed, and a pool of finalists will be invited to participate in an interview with members of the Teacher Forum.  Finally, recipients will be invited to the Teacher of the Year banquet in April.

HCS Teacher Scholarship Application 2017.docx

South Carolina Coaches Association of Women’s Sports and Trophies by “M”    Medical Scholarship
South Carolina Coaches Association of Women’s Sports Educator’s Scholarship
1.    South Carolina Coaches Association of Women’s Sports and Trophies by “M” Scholarship - $1000.00 scholarship to an enrolling female college freshman planning to major in the medical field.
2.    South Carolina Coaches Association of Women’s Sports Educator’s Scholarship - $1000.00 scholarship to an enrolling female college freshman planning to major in education. An additional $1000.00 scholarship is awarded from these applications for a Female Scholar Athlete.

Please visit our CAWS website to download the two scholarship application forms. www.sccaws.org. The link can be found under the “more” tab.
Applications are due to Ms. Harton or Mrs. Cannon in guidance by March 10th 2017.

"Aspiring Animation Professional" Scholarship Program. This is the 5th year we are awarding this scholarship for AnimationCareerReview.com. We are offering high school seniors the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship.  This will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college.  visit our website, http://www.animationcareerreview.com/ to find eligibility information along with the online application. The scholarship will be on the right side of the page and click on it. he deadline is June 1, 2017.

"Aspiring Business Professional" Scholarship. This is a $1,000 scholarship that will be awarded to students that are interested in pursuing a business degree at any accredited post-secondary school or college.  Interested students can visit this link http://www.onlinembareport.com/ and find the scholarship located at the right side of the page and click on it.  The deadline is June 1, 2017.

 Nursing Schools Almanac  Aspiring Nurse Scholarship

 $1,000 scholarship to an aspiring nurse who best demonstrates:

+ A track record of academic excellence, particularly in science and mathematics
+ A passion for the nursing profession and the overall field of healthcare 

This scholarship is open to all high school seniors who plan to pursue college education in nursing, including LPN / LVN, ADN, and BSN programs. Scholarship applications will be accepted until midnight on June 30, 2017. 

Visit www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com and click the banner on the right-hand side of the website's homepage. 

Seniors    Student Insights-$500-$4,000

login to www.student-view.com to complete 15-20 minute app.  Deadline April 22, 2017

Seniors Sylvia Kitchen Memorial Nursing Scholarship

Up to $1,000 per semester renewable upon academic review

In memory of Sylvia Kitchen, former Vice-President of Nursing for Loris Healthcare System to promote the profession of nursing

Eligibility:  Meet criteria to be considered part time or full time student and/or meet criteria for an accredited nursing program

Currently enrolled or be eligible to be enrolled in LPN or RN nursing program

Reside in 40 mile radius of McLeod Loris or McLeod Seacoast

Have 3.0 GPA or appropriate work experience unless extenuating circumstances are approved by the committee

Must submit application form, an essay, 3 letters of recommendation, and upon request must complete an interview

Applications mcleod health 2017_201701301012.pdf - request transcript by April 20th

Deadline May 1, 2017

Seniors    Order Sons of Italy in America 

 The Sons of Italy Lodge in Myrtle Beach #2662 is accepting applications for a $1500 scholarship for a high school student of Italian heritage

 GPA, extra-curricular activities, and an acceptance to a college or university will be considered.

 Scholarship applications include some of the following topics:

       Who is the relative who connects you to Italy?

       Do you have the grades to enter a college or university?

       Have you already been accepted to attend a college or university? Or where have you applied?

       An essay will be required about what it means to be an Italian and how you think it will influence yoiur decisions in the future.

 Applications must be received by April 30, 2017     sons of italy2017_201701301011.pdf 

Seniors  2017 Dixie Boys Baseball Inc./Bernie Varnadore Scholarship

Senior students who at one time participated in a franchised Dixie Boys Baseball, Inc. program and plan to pursue undergraduate studies at a college or university may apply.

 Scholarship: Dixie Boys Baseball Inc./Bernie Varnadore Scholarship

 Eligibility: High school senior and undergraduate students         

 Application Deadline: April 1st each year

 Award: Scholarship provides eleven (11) $1,250.00 cash awards

 Application Link: Dixie Boys Baseball Inc./Bernie Varnadore Scholarship 

 Dixie Boys Baseball Inc./Bernie Varnadore Scholarship 

Seniors     James F Byrnes Scholarship   

$3250.00 each year of a four-year bachelor's degree program

James F Byrnes Scholarship Information 2017 inside.pdf
James Byrnes Scholarship Information 2017 outside.pdf
Eligibility:  Have one or both parents deceased

                   be a SC resident and a US citizen

                   have a satisfactory academic record

                   have received SAT/ACT score prior to submitting application

                   demonstrate excellence in character, ability, and enterprise to indicate that the student will make worthwhile contributions to society

                   have need for financial assistance in order to attend college

Students may visist the James F Byrnes Foundation website at www.byrnesscholars.org to obtain and application packet

Application must be submitted after January 2nd and before Febrary 1st

Seniors     So Ambitious Foundation 

The road to reaching success is not always straight and fair, however, as so eloquently stated by Fredrick Douglas, “Without struggle, there is no progress.” In a two to three-page essay, define what equality means to you.  Also, explain how you think inequality could hinder you from reaching your goals and fulfilling your dreams. In addition to the essay, you are required to have a minimum of a 2.7 grade point average (GPA) in order to apply for the “So Ambitious” Scholarship. 

All essays should be submitted no later than March 1, 2017.  Please send your essay and application to the provided contact information on the application.  The winner will be awarded a $500 scholarship to be used towards the college of their choice and will be contacted no later than May 1, 2017.

 Scholarship Application: So Ambitious Scholarship App 2017.docx   

  SoAmbitiousFoundation@gmail.com 

Seniors- Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce 

Students who exhibit accomplishment inside and outside the classroom as well as qualities of honesty, integrity, professionalism, good citizenship, civic mindedness, charity, and strong work ethic. 

 Application due to KHarton or Melissa Cannon (Guidance Secretary) by January 20, 2017

2017 MBACC Educational Foundation Scholarship Application.pdf

Optimist International is announcing 2 scholarship opportunities for students to win this year. As always, each district has its own winners for a $2,500.00 scholarship in either the Oratorical or Essay Contest. With its 29 clubs, each year the South Carolina Optimist District has been in the forefront of these contest, bringing out the best and brightest students.  All essays must be received by February 14^th  Marino Garbin at PO Box 763, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29578.

The Oratorical completion at club level will be April 1^st at a place to be determined.

Optimist Oratorical_RULES_PAD-E_16-17.pdf
Optimist Essay_RULES_PAD-E_16-17.pdf

Female seniors   2017 DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC. SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION.

The sorority will issue four  $1,000  scholarships this year. To qualify, the student must be:

1.     An African- American female high school senior;

2.     A Horry County resident and U.S. citizen;

3.     A student who has demonstrated an exceptional measure of  fortitude, character, scholarship, leadership, and service;

4.     A student who plans to attend either a two or four college or university in the fall of 2017.

5.     A student who has limited financial resources’ and/or extenuating circumstances due to hardship.

THE DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 3, 2017. All ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY 5:00 p.m.

2017 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship Application.docx

Seniors    Vivint Scholarship $5,000  

Winner is not based on financial need              Applicants required to submit a video (see “Make A Video” tab for details) 

To be eligible for this scholarship, the student must be planning on   one of the following majors: Accounting, Architecture, Art, Art History, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Communication, Creative Writing, Economics, Education, English, Graphic Design, History, Humanities, Information Systems, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Mathematics, Law, Healthcare, Political Science, Psychology, Philosophy, Social Work, Film Studies, Digital Media, Language, Theatre, Web Design, Women’s and Gender Studies.

http://www.vivint.com/scholarship      Deadline  April 1, 2017 at 11:59 PM 

Seniors              Guy Daniels Memorial Foundation Scholarship Opportunity
The foundation is planning to award multiple scholarship awards, for at least $1000 each.
Scholarship applications must be received at the foundation address by April 7th 2017 to be considered.

application at: https://surfoff.com/images/downloads/application_17.pdf

Seniors  National Beta 

Beta Club Members-  Awards ranging from $1,000 to $15,000.

Application deadline  January 26, 2017  www.betaclub.org/scholarship

2017 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program

High school seniors who demonstrate exceptional leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship are invited to apply for the 2017 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program. This program annually provides college-bound students with $10,000 renewable scholarships-up to $40,000 total per recipient–and supports them as they lead and serve in college and beyond. 

More information at  https://www.reaganfoundation.org/media/51072/2017_ge-reaganscholarship_trifold_ver2.pdf

Applications  will be accepted online until January 5, 2017.  

 

Merit based scholarships cover up to entire cost of attendance

See ithaca.edu/parkscholars for more information- requires 2 essays submitted by January 15th

Seniors    $3000 Shirley W. Boone Scholarship awarded by The Friends of Chapin Memorial Library

  *Senior at Horry County High School, resident of Horry County

     *Intends to pursue a degree program in any subject at any college

     * Has been involved in some capacity with a public or school library/media center *Submits a( 500 word limit) written essay which describes the                           applicant’s   interest in, experience with, and understanding of libraries

     *Completes application    *Submits written recommendation from a school or public librarian (limit 500 words)

   Deadline for Applications:       5 pm on  Feb 10, 2017

Please see Ms. Harton for application

Seniors                           Carolina Trust, HTC, BOB FM

$1,000 scholarship to senior seeking a 4 year degree from CCU or Francis Marion University.  Total over 4 years may be $2,500

3.0 GPA required

Applications available on the business websites:  www.carolinatrust.org,   www.htcinc.net,  www.1049bobfm.com

Application deadline all materials must be postmarked by February 28, 2017

Seniors   Erskine Presidential Scholarship - up to $120,000

Students who demonstrate the academic commitment and performance that Erskine College values could reap the rewards — as much as $120,000 over the next four years.

The Erskine Presidential Scholarship selection committee will choose five highly motivated and creative individuals whose activities reflect qualities of leadership and service in their respective schools, churches, and communities.

The selection committee will consider the following factors:

          • Outstanding academic performance in high school

          • Christian commitment

          • Intellectual curiosity

          • Demonstrated leadership and service in school, church, and community

          • Desire and potential to excel at Erskine

Each Erskine Presidential Scholar will receive institutional scholarships up to $120,000 over four years — that’s in addition to their state and federal aid. Erskine Presidential Scholars also receive other benefits, like special programs, priority room selection, and more.

Applications are being accepted now through January 6, 2017. Invitations will be sent in mid-January for the Erskine Presidential Scholarship Competition to be held on February 4, 2017.

STEP 1: APPLY TO ERSKINE COLLEGE

Students go to know.erskine.edu to apply. Be sure to send official transcripts and test scores to the Erskine College Admissions Office.

STEP 2: COMPLETE THE ERSKINE PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION.

Students click the Presidential Scholarship link on personal web page.

Both of these steps must be completed by January 6, 2017for your studentsto be eligible for the scholarship competition.

Seniors  BigSun Scholarship  

The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. Their participation may be in any capacity, whether as a player, coach or official.

Deadline        -  June 19, 2017       Amount of Award  -        $500.00

The successful applicant will be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at that institution or in the community..Please visit   http://www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply.

 

Seniors- Ronald McDonald House Charities US Scholarship Program

visit rmhc.org for more information or apply today at https://aim.applyISTS.net/RMHC

Deadline January 18, 2017

 

Seniors applying to University of Miami - George W. Jenkins Scholarship funded by Publix Super Markets Charities

Essay, FAFSA, Financial Aid Profile due with application for admissions by Dec. 1st, 2016 

miami.edu/apply.  Submit essay and nomiation form at miami.edu/jenkins 

Seniors applying to Oral Roberts University see your counselor to be nominated for Quest Whole Person Scholarship

Seniors-  NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award

Students who operate their own small business  visit   www.NFIB.com/YEA   for more information   Deadline Dec 18th, 2016

 

    agreement page which can be found on the last tab of the app. 

American Legion Oratorical Scholarship Program

”A Constitutional Speech Contest”

SC Scholarships Winner $2000  2nd place $1000  3^rd and 4^th place $500

National Scholarships       1^st $18,000  2^nd $16,000  3^rd $14,000

For the local contest we have added the following information.

 1.  CFHS guidance needs to know the name, grade and bio of the students participating by December 12 in order to meet the local deadline.  You will then be assigned the order of participation from a drawing to be held on January 8th at 6:30pm.

For details go to:  www.scarolinalegion.orgunder Legion Program    email:  dept.programs@aldsc.org

call 803-612-1171 ext 35

The contest will be held at Conway High School on Thursday January 8, 2016 at 6:30PM. 

Seniors- 2017 Peck Law Firm Scholarship

Open to any American citizen, who will have graduated from high school before July 1, 2017. Only students, who have a 3.0 GPA or higher may apply for this scholarship.  Any student wanting to be considered for the scholarship must complete the on-line application, which appears at the link below. All written scholarship submission materials must be received by 11:59 PM EST on May 31, 2017. The winner will be announced on July 31, 2017 and will receive a one-time award of $2,000. This will be sent directly to the winner’s school and can be used for all school-related expenses.  

The link for the scholarship application and more information regarding the scholarship is available at:http://thepeckfirm.com/?s=2017+scholarship. 

Seniors:  WACE Scholarships

Qualifications;  Have a GPA of 3.5 or better on 4.0 scale; 

Apply and be accepted at one of the WACE Partner Institutions;  Clarkson University, State University of New York Oswego, Drexel University,  University of Cincinnati,  Johnson & Wales University,  University of Massachusetts Lowell,  Kettering University,  The University of Toledo,  Rochester Institute of Technology,  Wentworth Institute of Technology

Complete the application and essay at www.waceinc.org  Application deadline Feb 15, 2017

Seniors  Kittie Moss Fairey Educational Fund Scholarship Program

  Application available at www.csascholars.org

 Eligibility, SC resident, 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale, combined SAT score of 1800 or ACT composite of 26;  applicant's parents must have a household adjusted gross income not exceeding $40,000;  applicants must be planning to attend accredited 4year college or university in SC for the fall of 2017. 

Deadline for application and receipt of all application materials is January 2, 2017  

 

 Seniors      The Mercer University School of Engineering is pleased to once again invite seniors from your school to apply for our annual Scholarship Challenge at our Macon, Georgia campus on Saturday, November 12, 2016.  We plan to award valuable scholarships this fall to high school seniors who are interested in Mercer’s engineering, industrial management and technical communications program.  More information about Mercer Engineering and a link to the Scholarship Challenge event is available at engineering.mercer.edu.

Juniors and Seniors   “B. Davis Scholarship”

 The creators of the “Student Award Search Aid” website are offering a scholarship for 2017.

Please visit our website at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm to read about us and to apply for our scholarship.  While you’re there, please browse through the rest of the site to learn more about applying for scholarships.

The deadline for applications is May 22, 2017

 Amount of Scholarship:  $1,000

 If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at awards@studentawardsearch.com

Seniors:  Sun Trust Off to College Scholarship

$500 scholarships awarded for education expenses at a college or university

 Free to enter and eligibility not based on GPA or financial need.  30 winners will be chosen at random

 Enter once each month until May 12,2017       Enter at www.suntrusteducation.com/scholarshipsweepstakes

 

 

 

 

Seniors:  SCATA Scholarship 

 Scholarship Qualifications

1. 1.       Applicant must be eligible for free or reduced priced lunch based on current USDA eligibility criteria.
2. 2.       Applicant must be enrolled in an accredited high school in South Carolina and meet all requirements for obtaining a South Carolina high school diploma by the end of the current school year.
3. 3.       Applicant must be able to meet the entrance requirements of an approved post-secondary institution.
4. 4.       Applicant must submit a completed application packet by the required date. This packet must contain:

• §  A completed SCATA Scholarship application with all signatures;
• §  A one-page personal typed narrative from the applicant explaining why he/she is applying for this scholarship. Awards, interests and academic aspirations should be included in the narrative;
• §  A letter of recommendation from a teacher of the applicant (on school letterhead);
• §  A letter of recommendation from a principal (on school letterhead)
• §  A letter from a school administrator (on school letterhead) indicating the lunch status of the student; and
• §  Copy of high school transcript.

      Due to K. Harton by Monday, Dec 12 2016 

      Application: 2017 SCATA Scholarship Application.docx

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 Scholarships from 2015-2016 School Year:   Most likely these scholarships will be offered again with the same or very similar details, so please review these for very likely upcoming scholarships! 

David Resnick & Associates is proud to present a unique scholarship opportunity.
The contest information can be seen here: injuryclaimnyclaw.com/college-scholarship .

The scholarship essay contest addresses businesses responsibilities to keep customers safe. First place prize is $1,500, with a second place prize of $500.

The scholarship is now open, and entries are due by May 10, 2016

 

Seniors  Whittemore High School Alumni Scholarship 

Please see attached Scholarship Application Kit for High School graduating seniors in Horry County. Please instruct Students that have an interest to apply for this scholarship to complete pages 5 and 6 and mail or email the completed documents to the return addresses enclosed.  The deadline for submitting the completed application is April 15, 2016.  Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.    2016 Whittemore Alumni Application.pdf

Seniors   The Myrtle Beach/Grand Strand Chapter of the Virginia Tech Alumni Association

$1,000 scholarship to a graduate of Horry County Schools  entering Virginia Tech in the fall of 2014.  

Deadline for the application is May 15, 2016.  Please contact Beth Fife (bfife@horrycountyschools.net) or Andy Kiracofe (akiracofe@horrycountyschools.net) for the scholarship application and/or additional information.  16 Va Tech Grand Strand Myrtle Beach Scholarship Application.docx

Reliable Heat and Air 

Scholarship details and application http://reliablesc.com/electrifying-potential- 1000-scholarship/.

Scholarship's application deadline is April 22, 2016, and we will be selecting the awardee on May 6, 2016 

Seniors   The Horry County Solid Waste Authority

 A one-time $1,000 Environmental Scholarship, one scholarship per public high school in Horry County. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior, resident of Horry County for at least one year, pursuing a degree related to the environment, public education, waste management, or health promotions field, have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and provide a signed letter of recommendation with the application.

The deadline is March 7, 2017  Applications available in the main guidance office  

Seniors       Horry Electric Cooperative Scholarship  (WIRE-Women Involved in Rural Electrification)

Applicant must be a consumer or dependent of a consumer of Horry Electric Cooperative, Inc

Applicant must be attending Coastal Carolina or Horry Georgetown Technical College

Awards for one academic year for an entering freshman.  $750 award for Fall and additional $750 for spring contingent on meeting GPR 
requirement of 2.5 at the end of first semester of college. 

All applications must be received by Horry Electric’s WIRE group by Feb 24thPlease request transcript from guidance by Feb. 12^th to ensure 
enough time to process. Applications available in main guidance office 

Seniors-                         Student-View Scholarship Program

Scholarship amounts $500-$4000

Random drawing based on completion of application survey.  www.student-view.com

Juniors-                                 Quest Bridge College Prep Scholarship Program

Designed to give high achieving low income 11th graders an advantage in college admissions

(typically an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher and family annual income less than $60,000)

Application deadline March 25, 2016.  Apply online at www.questbridge.org   Phone number 1-888-275-2054

Good360 Sustainability Scholarship -

$1,000 - 1 Award (Deadline: November 30, 2015)

Student Eligibility:   We want to hear how sustainability has touched your life. If you’re a high school senior applying to college, or you’re currently a college student, and you have an interest in sustainability and the environment, then we’d love to hear your thoughts on what sustainability means to you. Thus, we’re sponsoring a college scholarship with an award of $1,000 to go towards tuition.

 Applications can be found by going to: http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_good360_sustainability_scholarship_8951.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201510&utm_content=2a30196e4eef82b0317c5ffdf9464802

Flosum Scholarship - $750 - 1 Award (Deadline: December 15, 2015)

Student Eligibility:  1. The applicants must be enrolled in an accredited 4-year university or college located in United States;

 2. Graduating high school seniors with a GPA of 3.5 or above are also eligible to apply for the scholarship;

 Applications can be found by going to:

 http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_flosum_scholarship_8952.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201510&utm_content=2a30196e4eef82b0317c5ffdf9464802

4. Points Scholarship - $10,000 - 10 Awards (Deadline: November 3, 2015)

Student Eligibility:   A) Be at least 13 years old and enrolled or will enroll in a college or university in the US.

B) Be a legal resident of the U.S. or Puerto Rico.

http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_points_scholarships_8953.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201510&utm_content=2a30196e4eef82b0317c5ffdf9464802

Sansone & Lauber

 The scholarship was created to support the college funding of three different winners.The contest information can be seen here: www.missourilawyers.com/scholarship . The scholarship offers participants $500 in prizes.

The scholarship is now open, and entries are due by December 1st, 2015 

McNair Scholarship at Francis Marion University 

Deadline December 1, 2015

Application available at www.fmarion.edu/fmuadmissons/scholarship 

Eligibility:  high school senior with 3.0 or higher;  1100 (Critical Reading and Math) SAT or 24 ACT composite; SC resident;  have an interest in a career in public service, and be willing to committ to study abroad and service learning opportunities 

Seniors  The South Carolina School Boards Association Caucus of Black School Board Members

Essay competition to select the recipient of a $500 college scholarship.  The contest winner will be the recipient of a $500 college scholarship. Submissions are due by April 27. I have attached the link to the Black Caucus scholarship information.    http://scsba.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/2015-blackcaucus-scholarship.pdf

You may also access the information through the South Carolina School Boards Association's website:  http://scsba.org/?ct=t(e_Focus_3_16_20153_16_2015)

Seniors- SC Education Association-Retired Scholarship 

$1,000 scholarship  to a 4 year SC college/university

Must pursue a career in education

Must demonstrate leadership and financial need 

Deadline March 16th

Applications available in main guidance office with Mrs. Cannon

Seniors    Call me MISTER    -

Applications Due May 1, 2015

Participating colleges are:  Anderson University, Benedict College, Claflin College, Clemson University, Coastal Carolina University, Greenville Technical College, Lander University, Horry Georgetown Technical College, Limestone College, Midlands Technical College, Morris College, Piedmont Technical College, SC State University, Southern Wesleyan University, Tri-County Technical College, Trident Technical College, University of South Carolina- Beaufort, Wintrhop University.  Please see individual schools for more information

2015-2016 class of Call Me MISTER. The mission of the Call Me MISTER (Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role Models) initiative is to increase the pool of available teachers from a broader more diverse background particularly among the State's lowest performing elementary schools. Student participants are largely selected from among under-served, socio-economically disadvantaged and educationally at-risk communities.

The project provides:

• Tuition assistance through Loan Forgiveness programs for admitted students pursuing approved programs of study in teacher education at participating colleges.
• An academic support system to help assure their success.
• A cohort system for social and cultural support.
• Assistance with job placement.
• Leadership and development programs.
• Extra classroom preparation experience.

“Call Me MISTER” was developed by some of our State’s visionary educational leaders who sincerely believe we can build a better tomorrow by getting you involved today. If you are interested in applying to be in the next class of MISTERs the listed colleges, please go to http://www.clemson.edu/hehd/departments/education/research/callmemister/apply.html and complete the application procedure. 

HGTC:  email CallMe MISTER@hgtc.edu  or visit www.hgtc.edu/academics/callmemister.html

Seniors        Harry Hampton Wildlife Fund Scholarships

Harry Hampton Scholarship-   * SC seniors who wish to further education in natural resource disciplines, such as wildlife biology, fisheries biology, forestry, marine science, or environmental science in a SC institution.   *$2500 annually   Must maintain GPR of 2.5 or higher

Wallace Pate Scholarship-*SC seniors who wish to further education in natural resource disciplines, such as wildlife biology, fisheries biology, forestry, marine science, or environmental science in a SC institution. *one time award of $1500

(May apply for both Harry Hampton and Wallace Pate on same application but only eligible to be awarded one of the two)

David M Cline Scholarship  *For SC seniors who wish to further education in natural resource disciplines, such as wildlife biology, fisheries biology, forestry, marine science, environmental science, or law enforcement/criminal justice in a SC institution.    *one-time award $2,000

James O Thomason Scholarship–    *For SC seniors pursuing education in print or photo journalism, advertising, public relations, or mass communications in a SC institution     *$1000 annually if maintain GPR 2.5 or higher

Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation for students who wish to pursue a degree in marine science or environmental science *one year scholarship

Deadline for the scholarships listed above:   January 31, 2016   to

Hampton Fund Scholarships               PO Box 2641     Columbia, SC 29202

Please request an official transcript from your guidance counselor or Mrs. Cannon (guidance secretary) by January 20)

Applications available at www.HamptonWildlifeFund.org/scholarship.html

You may also email jim.goller@hamptonwildlifefund.org or  call 803-600-1570

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Seniors       Santee Cooper's Power Associates Program A competitive scholarship program that prepares high school graduates for rewarding technical careers in the electric utility industry.  During this two-year program, students earn a technical associate degree and gain hands-on experience by working in a generating station and/or electrical distribution area.  Santee Cooper pays for tuition, fees, books and supplies.  Students earn a competitive wage, receive a weekly stipend, and qualify for substantial incentive bonuses each semester based on academic performance. Graduates receive preferential consideration for full-time employment at Santee Cooper. Application Deadline January

Application available at http://www.santeecooper.com/pa