ORDER SONS & DAUGHTERS OF ITALY IN AMERICA – MYRTLE BEACH LODGE #2662
Due date  July 31, 2020

The Myrtle Beach OSIA Lodge 2662 is pleased to announce our 2020 scholarship opportunity beginning January 30, 2020 and running through April 30, 2020.July 31, 2020

We are honored to announce this scholarship, which reflects the importance of Italian/American heritage.  The $2,500 scholarship is open to students of Italian/American heritage, will be awarded based on the student’s essay and academic achievement.  The application process opens on 1/30/2020 and concludes on 4/30/2020  7/31/2020. The award winner will be announced in August 2020.

If you have any questions or if I may be of assistance with this scholarship on behalf of the Son’s & Daughters of Italy in America, Myrtle Beach Lodge #2662, please feel free to contact me at (818) 312-1667 or via email osia2662scholarship@gmail.com.

Recommended but not required to e-mail a PDF file of your documents to osia2662scholarship@gmail.com

Mail application to:
Order Sons and Daughters of Italy, Myrtle Beach Lodge #2662
Academic Scholarship 2020 
7957 Moss Creek Road, Myrtle Beach, S.C., 29588

OSIA 2020 Application 

SENIORS...The scholarship list is updated throughout the year as new scholarships become available. Please check the scholarship eligibility requirements and the deadlines! We hope you will find these lists to be a valuable resource in your search for scholarship funds!

Some scholarship applications require an official transcript to be included in the application packet. You will need to use Need My Transcript to request your official sealed copy. Please allow ample time to meet your deadline when making the request. Need My Transcript also has an option for your transcript to be sent electronically if your college accepts it.

Please remember to forward a copy of your scholarship award letters to your school counselor. This includes all scholarships you have been offered (even if you do not intend to accept the scholarship from that college or university). 

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Ron Brown Scholarship Program
Deadline: January 9, 2020  Amount of Scholarship-$10,000

The Ron Brown Scholarship honors the legacy of Ronald H. Brown through a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans.  RBSP competitively awards Ron Brown Scholars four-year $40,000 scholarships ($10,000 each year) to the most talented and economically-challenged high school seniors who demonstrate a keen interest in public service, community engagement, business entrepreneurship, and global citizenship – the four pillars of the late Ronald H. Brown’s mission to uplift people of all races, cultures, and ethnicities – especially our disadvantaged youth. Eligibility: African American high school senior who must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service, exhibit financial need.

ronbrown.org

LYCEUM SCHOLARS PROGRAM 
Deadline: January 15, 2020 Amount of Scholarship-$10,000

Seniors applying to Clemson. Program is open to students of any major but students who complete this course of study fulfill the requirements for a minor in political science.  Open to incoming freshmen, the Lyceum Scholars Program is the first college program in the US to use a Great Books approach to studying liberty, capitalism, the American Founding, and moral character.

www.clemson.edu/centers-institutes/capitalism/lyceum

High School Oratorical Scholarship Program

Deadline: January 21, 2020.

"A Constitutional Speech Contest". 1st Place $2000, 2nd Place $1000, 3rd Place $500, 4th Place $500. The purpose of The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program "A Constitutional Speech Contest" is to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the Constitution of the United States on the part of high school students. Other objectives of the contest include the development of leadership skills, the ability to think and speak clearly and intelligently, and the preparation for acceptance of the duties and responsibilities, the rights, and privileges of American citizenship.

scarolinalegion.org/page/content/programs/the-american-legion-hw-dare-maness-high-school-oratorical-contest

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James F. Byrnes Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: February 1, 2020

This scholarship is for high school seniors who have lost one or both parents. If selected as a recipient, the student will receive a $4,500 award, renewable for a total of four years; total award $18,000 for the academic career. 

byrnesscholars.org

Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce

Deadline: February 12, 2020

Recipients will exhibit accomplishment inside and outside the classroom, as well as qualities that are essential to professional success, including honesty, integrity, professionalism, good citizenship, civic-mindedness, charity, and a strong work ethic. 

Award: A one-time scholarship per awardee, in an amount to be determined by the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Educational Foundation Board of Directors, will be paid directly to the recipient(s) for the intended purpose of offsetting first-year expenses related to higher education. 

DAR-Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships

Deadline: February 15, 2020

ll applicants must be citizens of the United States and must attend or plan to attend an accredited college or university in the United States. DAR chapter sponsorship is not required; however, a DAR member may be used as a reference or may assist you with your application. If you are awarded a DAR scholarship you will receive an email from the National DAR Scholarship Chairman at the email address you provided in your application by May 15th of the year your application was submitted. Only applicants selected to receive a DAR Scholarship will be notified. You can also check the status of your application by logging into the system at any time.

Applications available at dar.academicworks.com 

Alice W. Rooke

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The ACS Scholars Program
Deadline: March 1, 2020

Awards renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students majoring in undergraduate chemistry-related disciplines, and are also intending to pursue careers in chemistry-related fields. Selected recipients are awarded up to $5,000* per academic year. https://scholars.acs.org/prequal/

To be considered for a scholarship through the ACS Scholars Program, candidates must:

• Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent U.S. resident
• Be African-American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, or American Indian (please see below for more details)
• Be a graduating high school senior or college freshman, sophomore or junior. Seniors can apply for their fifth year.
• Intend to major or already major in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical technology, or another chemistry-related science AND plan to pursue a career in a chemistry-related science as well (please see below for more details)
• Be a full-time student at a high school or accredited college, university, or community college
• Demonstrate high academic achievement in chemistry or science (Grade Point Average 3.0 or higher)

2019-2020 Environmental Scholarship Application Horry County (SWA) 
Deadline: March 6, 2020

Every year, the Horry County Solid Waste Authority (SWA) awards one graduating high school senior from each high school a one-time $1,000 scholarship to encourage students to pursue a degree related to the environment, which supports SWA’s mission of Protecting Tomorrow’s Environment Today. To ensure that your application is reviewed and processed as quickly and accurately as possible, please read and follow these procedures and requirements as written:

• Complete the application and answer the essay personally.
• Enclose only the items requested in the requirements.
• Include on each attachment the applicant’s name and address.
• Submit all attachments with the application form to ensure that all items are available for review at the same time.
• Send completed application to Horry County Solid Waste Authority, Attn: Public Education, P.O. Box 1664, Conway, SC 29528-1664. Faxes or emails will not be accepted.
• Deadline: Be advised that only those applications postmarked on or before March 6, 2020, will be considered.
• Be advised that applications become the property of the Horry County Solid Waste Authority and will not be returned to the applicant.
• Please understand that submitting this application is in no way a guarantee that a scholarship will be granted.
• The SWA Selection Committee reserves the right to reject any and all submissions.

Eligibility Requirements
All applicants must:
1. Be a graduating high school senior, attending a public school in Horry County.
2. Be a resident of Horry County (for at least one year).
3. Pursuing a degree related to the environment, public education, waste management or health promotions field.
4. Enrolled as a fulltime student for Fall 2020. (Documentation of acceptance into a higher education institution is required, at time of grant issuance).
5. Submit an application that is postmarked on or before March 6, 2020. Late applications will not be considered. Please use sufficient postage.
6. Provide a transcript of high school grades covering a minimum of six semesters. (The transcript need not be “official” and may be a photocopy.)
7. Have a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
8. Provide one signed letter of recommendation from a mentor, teacher, civic leader or church leader who knows the applicant personally. (Endorsements from parents will not be accepted)

Scholarship Recipient Volunteering and Mandatory Solid Waste Authority Board Meeting
If you are selected as the scholarship recipient, you will be asked to volunteer at one Horry County Solid Waste Authority Public Education event, such as a recycling presentation or special
event. Volunteer responsibilities may include encouraging recycling with the public, distributing brochures, and/or assisting with projects at the Horry County Solid Waste Authority table/booth.

If you are selected as the scholarship recipient, you will also be asked to attend April 28, 2020, and/or May 26, 2020, Solid Waste Authority Board Meeting. Times will be discussed with you, but
please understand that your attendance is mandatory to receive scholarship funds.

Environmental Essay
Please answer the following question in your own words. Please type the essay (at least 500 words) on a separate sheet.

What would you suggest to encourage interest and participation in recycling/environmental awareness? How can the environmental systems be improved in Horry County?

SWA Environmental Scholarship Application

MUSICAL THEATRE SONGWRITING CHALLENGE
Deadline: March 6, 2020

The Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge is a program of the Arts Endowment in partnership with the American Theatre Wing (the producers of the Tony Awards among other activities). The goal is to nurture the next generation of songwriters from among the country’s high school students by engaging professional musical theater artists. From all of the applications submitted (almost 200 last year), six winners are selected to work with a mentor and music director to hone the student's original song into a Broadway-ready composition that is then recorded by Broadway musicians and vocalists in New York City. You can learn more about the process at https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/songwriting

2020 Songwriting Challenge

The Foundation for Rural Service Scholarship
Deadline: March 6, 2020

The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) awards 30 college scholarships ($2,000 each) every year to students in the National Telecommunications Cooperative Association’s (NTCA) service area. As your local telecommunications service provider, it is our pleasure to offer this national scholarship program once again to the students in your school.  Should a student from our service area be selected to receive a scholarship, HTC will contribute an additional $500 to the scholarship, bringing the total one-time scholarship award to $2,500. 

Please note that preference will be given to students expressing an interest to return to a rural area to work following graduation.  Students may also be eligible for one of the FRS Staurulakis Family Scholarships, TMS Scholarships, Roger Alan Cox Memorial Scholarships or Everett Kneece Scholarship.  Students who are majoring in math, science, engineering, or medicine are given preference for the FRS Staurulakis Family Scholarships.

 The FRS Scholarship Application is now available online. Students can visit www.frs.org/student to submit an application. Under the Employer section, the applicant should search for HTC in Conway SC. To confirm the correct company, ensure the address listed is P.O. Box 1820, Conway, SC 29528-1820.

2020 AFRICAN AMERICAN NETWORK-CAROLINAS SCHOLARSHIP  
Deadline: March 6, 2020

The African American Network is a Duke Energy employee resource group of African American employees. The Network identifies developmental growth opportunities for African American employees at Duke Energy and creates value for Duke Energy as a business resource and an organization with a solid brand reputation. As part of its mission, the African American Network – Carolinas chapter 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.

African American Network of the Carolinas Applications

2020 DELTA SIGMA THETA SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: March 6, 2020

Open to FEMALE seniors. AWARD: $1000. 

Qualifications:

1. African-American Female High School Senior
2. Horry County Resident and U.S. citizen
3. Student who has demonstrated an exceptional measure of character, scholarship, leadership, and service. 
4. Student plans to attend a two-year or four-year college/university
5. Student has limited financial resources and/or extenuating circumstances. 

2020 Horry County Delta Sigma Theta Application

MARY ATMAR JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: March 9, 2020

Mary Atmar Johnson, affectionately called “Mamar,” served on the original committee that brought Tidelands Community Hospice, formerly Hospice of Georgetown, into being and helped to make it what it is today. Thanks to her and other community volunteers’ grassroots efforts, in March 1985 licensure as one of the first not-for-profit hospice in South Carolina was granted to the then Hospice of Georgetown County. The Mary Atmar Johnson Scholarship was established to perpetuate the cycle of caring and commitment and to honor “Mamar.”

Four (4) $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually to individuals who are or will be pursuing a degree in Nursing or Social Work.

In order to qualify, Candidates for this Scholarship must:

1. Be pursuing a degree in the field of Nursing or Social Work.
2. Reside in one of the counties (Georgetown, Horry, Williamsburg) served by Tidelands Community Hospice.
3. Complete the Scholarship Application:

• According to instructions and requirements.
• Completed Application Packet must be received no later than 4:30 pm Monday, March 9, 2020. Applications received after that time and date will not be accepted for review. Applications may be mailed (see above address), emailed to llorens@tidelandshospice.org  or faxed to 843-527-6964.
• Be available for possible personal interview.

 The completed Scholarship Application Packet should consist of:

1. Candidate Information Form
2. Two (2) Reference Forms
3. A one (1) page typed essay stating candidate’s personal and career goals.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Barriedel Llorens, Foundation Director 843-520-7714.

Mary Atmar Johnson Scholarship Application

Horry County Schools Teacher Scholarship
Deadline: March 9, 2020

The purpose of this award is to recognize and support outstanding seniors who choose to enter the field of professional education.  Although award amounts may vary, last year we awarded one scholarship for $2,000, two scholarships for $1,000, and five scholarships for $750.  We hope to be able to match or exceed these awards this year.

Completed 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, scholarship recipients will be invited to the Teacher of the Year banquet on May 11.

HCS Teacher Scholarship Application

Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship
Deadline: March 12, 2020

AWARD: $10,000 - RENEWABLE each year!

Lockheed Martin launched a new scholarship program in 2019 to provide opportunities to students who want to build their talents and change the world!

We are continuing to award scholarships of $10,000 per student – renewable each year. The program will continue to add up to 200 new recipients each year and will be open to individuals studying engineering or computer science that demonstrate financial need and come from underrepresented or underserved communities.

Applications for the 2020-2021 academic year open January 15, 2020, and will close March 12, 2020.

LM STEM Scholarship Application

2020 NINA NEELY SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY CONTEST (OES Scholarship)
Deadline: March 12, 2020

Reformed Universal Masonic Brotherhood and Order of the Eastern Star, Inc. will award a first, second, and third place scholarship to winners of our annual essay contest. 

1st place:  $1,000.00
2nd place: $   600.00
3rd place:  $  400.00

Essay topic:  Do you think education is more important today than it was 20 years ago and why?

2020 OES Essay Scholarship Application

South Carolina State Fair Ride of Your Life Scholarship 
Deadline: March 15, 2020

The South Carolina State Fair will award fifty (50) $6000 scholarships to students across the state to be paid at the rate of $1500 per year over a four-year period.  The fifty 2020 scholars will be required to meet eligibility requirements deemed necessary by the South Carolina State Fair.

Our 2020 scholarship application and eligibility requirements became available on our website at www.scstatefair.org.  

HCHEC LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP - COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Deadline: March 15, 2020

This scholarship is awarded annually to Horry County high school seniors who plan to attend Coastal Carolina University and who have outstanding records in the areas of leadership, volunteer service and academics.

$2,500 annually for up to four years or eight semesters (renewal criteria must be met annually). Recipients must be enrolled full-time at Coastal Carolina University.

Applications will be available to all accepted CCU students via WebAdvisor. After logging into WebAdvisor, click on the link ‘Apply for Application-based Scholarships’ to apply.

HCHEC Leadership Application

HCHEC HARDSHIP AND ADVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP  - COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Deadline: March 15, 2020

This scholarship is awarded annually to Horry County high school seniors who plan to attend Coastal Carolina University who have persevered through hardship and/or adversity.
Hardship/Adversity Scholarship Requirements

• Achieve a minimum 2.5 high school GPA through the junior year;
• Be an Horry County resident and high school senior (the Horry County high school must be accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools);
• Be admitted to Coastal Carolina University;
• Complete and submit the scholarship application to Coastal Carolina University by published date;
• Provide documentation of being employed during the school year and provide a letter of recommendation from your employer;
• Attach a brief essay (typed) describing a hardship and/or adversity you have endured and how that has impacted your life; and
• Be recommended by the high school principal or appointed school official.

Award Amount: $2,500 annually for up to four years or eight semesters (renewal criteria must be met annually) and a computer. Recipients must be enrolled full-time at Coastal Carolina University.
Renewal Criteria:

• Be enrolled fulltime;
• Complete a minimum of 30 credits annually (includes summer terms if needed); and
• Maintain a cumulative CCU GPA of 2.5.

You can view the application by clicking: HCHEC Hardship and Adversity Application

Beginning each January, applications will be available to all accepted CCU students via WebAdvisor. After logging into WebAdvisor, click on the link "Apply for Application-based Scholarships" to apply. Applications will be reviewed by the HCHEC Scholarship Committee. The number of new awards may vary annually.

HCHEC VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIP - COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Deadline: March 15, 2020

This scholarship is awarded annually to talented Horry County high school seniors planning to major in art studio, graphic design, music, musical theatre, theatre arts or dramatic arts at Coastal Carolina University.

Visual & Performing Arts Scholarship Requirements

• Achieve a minimum 2.5 high school GPA through the junior year;
• Be an Horry County resident and high school senior (the Horry County high school must be accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools);
• Be admitted to Coastal Carolina University;
• Complete and submit the scholarship application to Coastal Carolina University by published deadline;
• Audition or present a portfolio presentation to a committee composed of the Visual and Performing Arts department chairs and appointed faculty representatives; and
• Be recommended by the high school principal, teacher or appointed school official.

Award Amount: $2,500 annually for up to four years or eight semesters (renewal criteria must be met annually). Recipients must be enrolled full-time at Coastal Carolina University.
Renewal Criteria:

• Be enrolled fulltime;
• Complete a minimum of 30 credits annually (includes summer terms if needed); and
• Maintain a cumulative CCU GPA of 2.5.

You can view the application by clicking: HCHEC Visual and Performing Arts Application

Beginning each January, applications will be available to all accepted CCU students via WebAdvisor. After logging into WebAdvisor, click on the link "Apply for Application-based Scholarships" to apply. Applications will be reviewed by the HCHEC Scholarship Committee. The number of new awards may vary annually.

HCHEC STUDY OF WAR AND SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP - COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Deadline: March 15, 2020

This scholarship is awarded annually to an Horry County high school senior who plans 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:

• Achieve a minimum 2.5 high school GPA through the junior year;
• Be an Horry County resident and high school senior (the Horry County high school must be accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools);
• Be admitted to Coastal Carolina University;
• Complete and submit the scholarship application to Coastal Carolina University by published deadline;
• Write an essay of at least 1,500 words that answers the question: How can mass or social media best be used in building or maintaining peace or in managing conflict? and
• Have an Adult Coordinator who will represent them and provide guidance, ensure the essay is conceived and written by the student, and that the essay meets contest requirements.

Award Amount: $2,500 annually for up to four years or eight semesters (renewal criteria must be met annually). Recipients must be enrolled full-time at Coastal Carolina University.
Renewal Criteria:

• Be enrolled fulltime;
• Complete a minimum of 30 credits annually (includes summer terms if needed); and
• Maintain a cumulative CCU GPA of 2.5.

You can view the application by clicking: HCHEC War and Society Application

Beginning each January, applications will be available to all accepted CCU students via WebAdvisor. After logging into WebAdvisor, click on the link "Apply for Application-based Scholarships" to apply. Applications will be reviewed by the HCHEC Scholarship Committee. The number of new awards may vary annually.

SCEA - RETIRED SCHOLARSHIP FOR EDUCATION
DEADLINE: March 16, 2020

The scholarship is awarded annually and is designed to encourage promising young people to prepare for careers in education at a SACS accredited college, university, or two-year technical college in South Carolina. 

SCEA-R Scholarship Application

2020 We the People Scholarship
Deadline: March 18, 2020, early May 2020 date is expected

Due to the closing of schools as part of the response to the public health emergency, the Awards and Scholarships deadline has been extended. A new due date is not presently known, but an early May 2020 date is expected. As more information becomes available, it will be posted via the Teacher ListServ, and on the LRE section of the SC Bar Web site. For this year, no penalty will be assessed if reference letters are not completed. Please include them if you are able.

Should anyone have any questions, please email Donald N. Lanier at dlanier@scbar.org.

To recognize achievement and the impact that the We the People programs have on the lives of the students who participate, the South Carolina Bar Law Related Education (LRE) Division has created a scholarship program for We the People: The Citizen and the Constitution. The selected recipients of the $1,000 We the People scholarships must have participated in a We the People state competition to qualify for the scholarship in any of their middle or high school years.

Eligibility Requirements for Applicants:

1. Must currently be a high school senior (but not required to have participated this year);
2. Must be or have been a member of a We the People team (middle and/or high school);
3. Must have participated in a We the People competition sponsored by the SC Bar LRE Division:
4. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5;
5. Must plan to attend a post-secondary institution such as a technical, 2-year or 4-year college/university; and
6. Must submit a complete application by the deadline to be eligible.

Application Procedure:

1. Complete the Application Cover Sheet.
2. Print and sign the Student Acknowledgement.
3. Complete the Narrative Requirement.
4. Obtain two recommendation letters with one from your We the People teacher.
5. Obtain a copy of your high school transcript through the fall of your senior year. (No social security numbers should appear on any records submitted to the SC Bar.)
6. Scan the entire application packet (cover sheet, student acknowledgment, narrative, two recommendation letters, and transcript) as one PDF document and include your name when naming the PDF document; e.g. Logan Landrum App 2020.
7. Email the PDF to Donald Lanier at dlanier@scbar.org by 12 Noon on March 18, 2020. (Only emailed submissions will be considered.)
8. The LRE Division will notify recipients by May 3, 2020.

Format Requirement: The typed document should be 12 point font with one-inch margins, double spaced, and should not exceed three pages. If the format requirement is not met, the application will not be considered.

Narrative Requirement: Incorporate the following topics into your narrative as though you were testifying in a hearing.

1. What part of the Constitution had the greatest impact on you?
2. What stood out to you in the Constitution that you think all Americans should know?
3. What question asked of you during the We the People hearing took you by surprise and why?
4. What civic values did you gain from studying the Constitution?
5. Is there anything additional you would like to add in considering you for a We the People Scholarship?

We the People Application

APARTMENT GUIDE SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: March 23, 2020

We’re giving away 2 scholarships of $2,500 to help pay for housing, books or tuition for the upcoming Fall 2020 semester. Student who is over the age of 17. Must have a GPA of 2.5. Must be enrolling in an undergraduate program full-time during the fall 2020 semester. 

Submit a 500-600 word essay telling us what you love about where you live. 

We encourage you to think creatively about your neighborhood, campus, town or city.

It might be that perfect climbing tree in the park down the street or the MLS soccer team you’re crazy about. It could be living near your best friend or that you love the anonymity of a big city. It might be the weekly farmers market or the world-class museum. Think about the places, culture, people or local teams that make you love where you live or where you’ve lived in the past.

Now write about it in 600 words or less for a chance to win $2,500. All essays are due by Monday, March 23!

https://www.apartmentguide.com/students/scholarship/

FBi Construction Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2020

Since 1982, people in the Carolinas and beyond have put their trust in FBi Construction, Inc. FBi Construction is a multifaceted construction management and general contracting firm whose client focus has historically included projects within the industrial, educational, commercial, historical, municipal, faith-based, and healthcare arenas. FBi Construction’s success is a result of its commitment to quality team members and willingness to partner with clients who have the confidence to rely on FBi’s experience, financial strength, management expertise, and integrity.

In the spirit of partnership, FBi Construction created a scholarship fund in 2017 to encourage students to enter the construction industry. This interest stems from a strong belief in education and a commitment to improving the quality of life where they do business. In order to optimize the best possible value for its clients, they continue to stress the need for competent and qualified individuals within the construction industry. This scholarship funding will improve the talent pool which maintains FBi’s commitment to excellence.

Purpose: To provide up to four scholarships of $1,000 to a student entering a course of study in the construction industries field with the goal of finding employment in a career allied with the construction industry. This career could range from construction management or civil engineering to architecture to accounting. Applicants may be graduating high school seniors or returning post-secondary students at a technical school, college or university, or someone continuing education after time spent in the workforce.

Qualifications:

1. Reside in one of the following counties: Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Georgetown, Horry, Marion, Marlboro, or Williamsburg.
2. Be accepted to an accredited institution of higher education.
3. GPA must be at least 2.5 or better.
4. Demonstrate financial need. The applicant’s FAFSA score is required.
5. Desire to pursue a degree or professional certificate in a construction-related industry.

Process:
1. The applicant must return a completed application to Eastern Carolina Community Foundation, PO Box 1615, Florence, SC 29503 postmarked by Tuesday, March 31, 2020 with:

• A personal statement as described on the next page.
• Your most recent official transcript of grades.
• Proof of acceptance to or attendance at an institution of higher education - technical school, college or university.
• 2 letters of reference from adults that are not family members that describe how you will succeed in the field of construction

2. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Decisions made by the committee are final.
3. The scholarship grant is for tuition expenses and will be paid directly to the institution the student plans to attend, not to an individual.

Personal Statement
State why you are seeking this scholarship and how it will benefit your pursuit of education to pursue a career in the construction industry. Please include information about your honors and achievements, extracurricular activities, interests and community involvement as well as why you need financial assistance.

FBi Construction Scholarship Application

HOUSE OF BLUES MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
DEADLINE: March 31, 2020

Music Forward, Live Nation, and Living Legacy Foundation partner up to increase the opportunity for reaching educational heights for a diverse range of students pursuing music industry careers.

Live Nation – US Concerts Scholarship Application   AWARD:  $10,000    • Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher 
Supports students pursuing careers in the five core areas of the Live Nation business: concert and venue promotion; sponsorship and advertising; ticketing; e-commerce; and artist management.
 

Steven J. Finkel Service Excellence Scholarship        AWARD: $10,000     • Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Established to support the ever-growing customer service expectations of fans, artists and employees within the live entertainment industry. 

Tiffany Green Operator Scholarship                          AWARD: $10,000      • Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Established to support women pursuing a career in live entertainment. Fields of study may include but not limited to: live event operations, production, music engineering and/or other related fields.  

David E. Ballard Scholarship                                    AWARD: $10,000      • Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
Established in the memory of David E. Ballard, with the support of the Living Legacy Foundation, this $10,000 scholarship supports youth who have experienced homelessness and/or have been part of the foster care system pursuing a career in live entertainment. The field of study may include but is not limited to live event operations, production, music engineering, music business management, customer service, hospitality and/or other related fields. 

Jason Vance Chatlosh Memorial Scholarship at Eastern Carolina Community Foundation
Deadline: March 31, 2020

The Jason Vance Chatlosh Swim Scholarship was created in loving memory of Jason Vance Chatlosh to honor his vibrant competitive swimming career in the Pee Dee and in the state of SC. The scholarship will keep Jason’s swimming goals and dreams alive while helping students pursue their own college swimming and academic goals. 

Jason began swimming at the age of five. At age twelve, he started to coach at the Florence YMCA. In 2004, he helped establish the Florence SD1 High School Swim Programs. Jason also swam for South Florence High School and earned state championships in the butterfly and backstroke.

Jason continued his swimming career at Clemson, graduating with a degree in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism. He served as the swim team athletic representative on Clemson’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.

Purpose: To provide a $1000 scholarship to a student swimmer to continue their swimming career in college.

Qualifications:
1. Reside in one of the following counties: Sumter, Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Georgetown, Horry, Marion, Marlboro, or Williamsburg.
2. Be accepted to an accredited institution of higher education.
3. Swim at the college level for a college team.

Process:
1. The applicant must return a completed application to Eastern Carolina Community Foundation, PO Box 1615, Florence, SC 29503 postmarked by Tuesday, March 31, 2020, with:

• A personal statement as described on the next page. 
• Your most recent official transcript of grades.
• Proof of acceptance to or attendance at an accredited institution of higher education.
• 2 letters of reference from adults that are not family members.

2. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Decisions made by the committee are final.
3. The scholarship grant is for tuition expenses and will be paid directly to the institution the student plans to attend, not to an individual.

Personal Statement:  State why you are seeking this scholarship and how it will benefit your college swimming career.

Jason Vance Chatlosh Scholarship Application

CAROLINA FOREST CIVIC ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP 2020
Deadline: March 27, 2020  APRIL 20, 2020 

The Carolina Forest Civic Association has established The Joe DeFeo Memorial Scholarship in memory of our late Horry County School Board Chairman.  The scholarship is designed to help alleviate the financial burden of higher learning for a full-time senior who resides in Carolina Forest and attends Carolina Forest High School located in Carolina Forest.

The Scholarship consists of Two Awards of $2,500 each to be provided to two students.  Each award will be paid directly to an accredited University, College, Community College or Technical School for the recipient.  This Scholarship must be used for tuition and/or books only.

COMPONENTS OF APPLICATION:
   -Application form 
   -Copy of transcript - request from needmytranscript 
   -Completed essays (See Below)
   -Mini-autobiography
   -Sealed recommendation letters from two persons to include a teacher, guidance
     counselor, employer, coach or religious leader (not a relative or friend) 
   -Interview, if requested, by Nominating Committee

ESSAY: In your own words, please attach your essay (approximately 250-300 words) on:

What is the importance of civic duty as it relates to a volunteer or elected official?  How do you support civic duty while in school and in the future with consideration for the future of Carolina Forest?  What is important in your community and for future generations?

Mini Autobiography: In your own words, tell us about yourself (please attach your autobiography - approximately 250-300 words).

The student must return the completed application with essays by APRIL 20, 2020, to Mrs. Meehan in the front office
Students can scan and email documents to Mrs. Meehan at AMeehan@horrycountyschools.net or drop off at the school on Mondays or Fridays prior to April 20th (excluding Spring Break dates: 4/10 - 4/19)

CF CIVIC ASSOCIATION APPLICATION

TYWANZA SANDERS LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: March 30, 2020 APRIL 17, 2020

The Tywanza Sanders® Legacy scholarship was established in 2017 to honor the Legacy and the commitment to the education of Tywanza Sanders®. Tywanza was a victim of the Emanuel Church shooting in Charleston, South Carolina. The mission of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to individuals enrolling in undergraduate study at a four-year college or university in the United States in the fall of 2020.

Legacy Scholarship EXTENDED

One (1) applicant will receive a one-time scholarship award in the amount of $5,000.  
One (1) applicant will receive a one-time scholarship award in the amount of $2,000. 
​One (1) applicant will receive a one-time scholarship award in the amount of $1,000. 

The scholarship award will be in the form of a check made payable directly to the accredited post-secondary institution of higher education attended by the scholarship recipient (once the scholarship recipient has enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education and submitted proof of enrollment to the Foundation). Applicants will be eligible to win only one scholarship award per year from this foundation.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Applicants must have permanent residency in South Carolina, and must be a United States citizen.
2. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior from a South Carolina high school.
3. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
4. Applicants must be accepted into an accredited 4-year college or university in for the Fall 2020 academic semester.
5. Applicants must demonstrate a financial need using this form.
6. Applicants must submit a completed scholarship applicationalong with the required supporting documentations.
7. Applicants must complete a 500-800 word written essay

Application Process

To be considered for the Tywanza Sanders® Legacy Scholarship applicants must submit the application via the secured online application system by April 17, 2020.  Incomplete applications and applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Please note: a) that the online application will close and not allow any more submissions after 11:59 pm on April 17 2020, b) file sizes are limited to a max of 1500 KB. Please prepare accordingly.

Applicants MUST provide:

• Completed application
• High school transcript (unofficial copies are acceptable)
• Identification verification (copy of state-issued ID or official school photo ID)
• Proof of acceptance at an accredited 4-year college/university in the United States (enrollment will be verified upon award distribution)
• A 500-800 word essay.
• Complete the financial needs worksheet.

​ESSAY QUESTION

What would be your innovative solution to reduce racial tension?

https://www.tywanzasanderslegacyfoundation.com/scholarships

Sun-News Educational Foundation
Deadline: March 30, 2020  APRIL 30, 2020

Five (5) One-Year $1,000 Student Scholarships and 
One (1) MARK AND NANCY GARNER LEADERSHIP Student Scholarship ($2,000 per year for four years for a total of $8,000)

Criteria and Conditions for Awards

1. Applications will be considered from Horry and Georgetown counties of South Carolina, and our circulation distribution area in Southern Brunswick County of North Carolina. Exceptions must be approved by the Foundation.

2. This scholarship is awarded to an outstanding student, based on the student’s motivation, potential for academic achievement, leadership, and involvement in community events and civic activities.

3. Scholarship holders must be full-time (as defined by the college) student and must maintain a minimum of 2.5 grade-point average. All applicants must be entering a college in the fall as a freshman at a two-year junior college, a technical/community college or a four-year college or university.

4. The yearly scholarship amount will be divided by the number of semesters or quarters in the school year. The first-semester or first-quarter funds will be released by the institution when the scholarship is awarded. Release by the institution of the remaining equal portions of the award will occur at the beginning of consecutive semesters or quarters if the student maintains a 2.5 grade point average in the previous session. Scholarship funds may be applied to tuition and other forms of educational assistance for the student, as long as the funds are paid to the institution. The student will be required to submit to the Foundation his/her transcript so that grades can be verified.

5. Two letters of recommendation should be submitted with the application. One letter must be from a teacher or guidance counselor.

6. The Foundation Board of Directors will interview final candidates.

7. In accepting this award, both the student and his/her parents give consent to the release of the student’s grades and other relevant information to the Foundation at the end of each semester or quarter. This is agreed to by the signature of both student and parent/legal guardian on the application.

8. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

9. Applications must be RECEIVED (not postmarked) by MARCH APRIL 30, 2020. 
    The Sun News Educational Foundation APPLICATION

Please submit to:
The Sun News Educational Foundation
914 Frontage Rd. E.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Attn: Kimberly Gary

Questions regarding application procedures should be directed to Kimberly Gary (843) 626-0355.

THE SUN NEWS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION is a non-profit, tax-exempt foundation with Internal Revenue Code 501(c) 3 status

EXPIRED DEADLINES:

GEORGE K. ROBINSON YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Deadline: April 1, 2020

Please see the application linked below for the George K. Robinson Youth Achievement Award 2020, sponsored by the Gamma Lambda Boule' Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity. This organization is seeking to award a senior African-American male student with a $1000 scholarship award based on his accomplishments in service, leadership and athletics or academics.

George K. Robinson Youth Achievement Award

HORRY GEORGETOWN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
DEADLINE: April 1, 2020

To apply for most of these scholarships, download the Scholarship Application or stop by any of the College's financial aid offices. There is only one scholarship application to complete in order to be placed in the pool of applicants for the scholarships you are eligible to receive. If further information is needed, you will be contacted by the financial aid staff. You must also have submitted the FAFSA to qualify.  If you have any questions regarding a particular scholarship, please contact the College's Financial Aid office at (843) 349-5251.

In addition to state and federal aid programs, there are several other financial aid options available to HGTC students.

HGTC SCHOLARSHIP LISTING

Access & Equity Scholarship

Established in 1996 by a major donation from the Knight Foundation in conjunction with individual donors. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist minority students in pursuit of an associate degree and to lay a foundation for future advancement in technical fields. Eligibility Criteria: To be considered for this scholarship, an applicant: 1) Must be a second-year student; and 2) Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater and maintain that average in order to retain the scholarship. Candidates may reapply for the scholarship only if the GPA of 3.0 has been maintained during the previous scholarship semester.

Dennis Brian Latimer Scholarship
Deadline: April 1, 2020 June 5, 2020

This scholarship is given in honor of the late Retired U.S. Army Colonel Dennis Brian Latimer, a Whittemore high 5ehool graduate.

Qualification for this scholarship are:

• applicant must be a senior in high school and a descendant of a Whittemore High School Graduate.
• Must have a (b) average or higher
• Must major in science or a related science field.
• Plan to attend college the semester following his or her high school
• A letter of recommendation from a teacher or someone who knows you well is required. The person may not be a relative. Attach the letter to the last page of the application, along with a current transcript.
• Please include a wallet size gloss photo suitable for printing.
• Applications are available from your school counselor or your place of worship.

Scholarship Application 

Mail applications to:

Mr. Thomas Latimer
3918 Cambridge Lane
Charlotte, NC 28270

LATE (after deadline) or incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Thomas W. Jones Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: April 6, 2020, at 12:00 Noon

The Thomas W. Jones Memorial Scholarship is for students who are accepted to enroll in the School of Engineering at the University of South Carolina. The only other requirements for this scholarship are that the student has a 2.5+ GPA and is from Horry (or Georgetown) County. While this is a competitive scholarship, multiple scholarships are awarded. The renewable Jones Scholarship can be a very significant scholarship, depending on the recipient’s financial need.

Information is available on our website: https://waccamawcf.org/students/scholarship-opportunities/ 

Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships
Deadline: April 10, 2020

This year, BAM will award two US$5,000 scholarships to outstanding high school seniors who are interested in pursuing careers in technology. The scholarships are renewable – winners who continue to meet the criteria are eligible to receive an annual award of $5,000 for up to four (4) consecutive years for a potential total $20,000 scholarship. Up to 24 scholarship runners-up will be eligible for a one-time $2,500 BAM technology stipend based on need.

To be considered for a BAM Scholarship, you must:

• Be a high-school senior of African descent (African American or African).
• Plan to attend a four-year college or university in the fall of the year following high-school graduation.
• Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing).
• Demonstrate a passion for technology.
• Demonstrate leadership at school or in the community.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher.
• Require financial assistance to attend college.

How to Apply

Two letters of recommendation. At least one letter must be from a faculty or staff member at your school. Letters of recommendation should be original and should not be duplicates of college recommendation letters. (Letters must be on letterhead.)

Résumé. Your résumé should include the following information:

Picture of yourself. Pictures must be in color.

Transcript. Include a copy of your current academic transcript. (Official or Unofficial copies will both be accepted.)

Two Essays.

Sherriff’s Foundation of Horry County’s Annual Scholarship Award

DWCHC Scholarship

Deadline: April 15, 2020

Scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $1,500 each.
This scholarship opportunity applies to graduating seniors planning to attend a 2- or 4-year college and pursue a career in Criminal Justice or Legal Studies and is especially aimed at students planning to attend HGTC or CCU.

Candidates eligible for assistance must be graduating high school seniors and residents of Horry County, with the intent to continue their education at a two-year or four-year accredited college or university. Consideration will be given to academic achievement, community service record, and demonstrated leadership qualities. Candidates should submit a scholarship application on the form provided by the Foundation along with a 500-word minimum essay.

2020 Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarship Application
Deadline: April 15, 2020

The Career & Technical Scholarship Program is funded through the Horatio Alger Endowment Fund and the generosity of Association Chairman Emeritus and Endowment Fund President Walter Scott, Jr.  Scholarships are awarded to students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their lives who wish to pursue a career or technical education at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution in the United States.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Have completed high school (or earned a high school equivalency credential)
• Will be enrolled in an eligible program in Fall 2020
• Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a career or technical program (up to 2 years) at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution in the United States
• Demonstrated critical financial need (must be eligible to receive the Federal Pell grant as determined by completion of the FAFSA)
• Demonstrated perseverance in overcoming adversity
• Be under the age of 30
• Be a United States citizen

Funds may be used for tuition, fees, books, and supplies.  All scholarship funds are paid directly to the institution on behalf of the recipient.

LOW COUNTRY HERB SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 17, 2020 

The LCHS, a group whose purpose is to stimulate increased awareness and knowledge of herbs, to sponsor and cultivate related herb programs in the community and to gain knowledge and stimulate interest in the planting, harvesting, and uses of herbs, is pleased to offer two $1250 scholarships to students living within Horry and Georgetown counties. 

To be eligible, students should show an interest in herbs and their uses and intend to pursue a career path that will involve herbs. The scholarships will be awarded to students who plan to attend two/four-year colleges or accredited technical institutions and to study horticulture, culinary arts, medicine, pharmacy, or related field programs. 

Graduating seniors may apply by submitting a short essay describing their future career plans, program of study, and interest in herbs. Essays should be turned into the Low Country Herb Society by Friday, April 17, 2020.

Low Country Herb Society's scholarship committee will meet prior to April 30 to review essays and determine scholarship recipients. School Counselors will be notified immediately after the award winners are decided. Scholarship payment will be made after the student verifies the school he/she will be attending. Payment will be made to the school for the student. 

The LCHS will hold its annual picnic on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, and the society would enjoy having the recipients, their school counselor and parents attend the function. 

DWCHC Scholarship
Deadline: April 3, 2020  April 17, 2020

The Democratic Women’s Council of Horry County is proud to announce the 2020 Scholarship contest. This is the 14th year of this competition, and since 2007, we have awarded more than $30,000 in
scholarship money to Horry County students.

Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to Horry County high school seniors for the best 1,000-1,500 word essays on the 2020 Contest Theme:

 Climate change is real. Why is voting for Democrats so important?

1. A copy of college/university application or acceptance letter if available (NOTE: Essay may be submitted before final college decision has been made. Winning essayists must provide a copy of college/university acceptance letter.)
2. A copy of my Horry County voter registration card or (if under 18) proof of residency.
3. Include name on the first page of the Essay.

I understand that the essay must be in Microsoft Word format and must be submitted via email to Carole Dwyer cldwyer26@gmail.com. Essays MUST be submitted via email. 
This form plus 2 items above may be e-mailed with my essay or sent by regular mail to Carole Dwyer, 39 Smith Blvd. , Myrtle Beach, SC 29588.  

 Entry form and Rules/Criteria are also available for download at our website— www.dwchc.com.

DWCHC Application 2020

TYWANZA SANDERS LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: March 30, 2020 APRIL 17, 2020

The Tywanza Sanders® Legacy scholarship was established in 2017 to honor the Legacy and the commitment to the education of Tywanza Sanders®. Tywanza was a victim of the Emanuel Church shooting in Charleston, South Carolina. The mission of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to individuals enrolling in undergraduate study at a four-year college or university in the United States in the fall of 2020.

Legacy Scholarship EXTENDED

One (1) applicant will receive a one-time scholarship award in the amount of $5,000.  
One (1) applicant will receive a one-time scholarship award in the amount of $2,000. 
​One (1) applicant will receive a one-time scholarship award in the amount of $1,000. 

The scholarship award will be in the form of a check made payable directly to the accredited post-secondary institution of higher education attended by the scholarship recipient (once the scholarship recipient has enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education and submitted proof of enrollment to the Foundation). Applicants will be eligible to win only one scholarship award per year from this foundation.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Applicants must have permanent residency in South Carolina, and must be a United States citizen.
2. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior from a South Carolina high school.
3. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
4. Applicants must be accepted into an accredited 4-year college or university in for the Fall 2020 academic semester.
5. Applicants must demonstrate a financial need using this form.
6. Applicants must submit a completed scholarship applicationalong with the required supporting documentations.
7. Applicants must complete a 500-800 word written essay

Application Process

To be considered for the Tywanza Sanders® Legacy Scholarship applicants must submit the application via the secured online application system by April 17, 2020.  Incomplete applications and applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Please note: a) that the online application will close and not allow any more submissions after 11:59 pm on April 17 2020, b) file sizes are limited to a max of 1500 KB. Please prepare accordingly.

Applicants MUST provide:

• Completed application
• High school transcript (unofficial copies are acceptable)
• Identification verification (copy of state-issued ID or official school photo ID)
• Proof of acceptance at an accredited 4-year college/university in the United States (enrollment will be verified upon award distribution)
• A 500-800 word essay.
• Complete the financial needs worksheet.

​ESSAY QUESTION

What would be your innovative solution to reduce racial tension?

https://www.tywanzasanderslegacyfoundation.com/scholarships

CAROLINA FOREST CIVIC ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP 2020
Deadline: March 27, 2020  APRIL 20, 2020 

The Carolina Forest Civic Association has established The Joe DeFeo Memorial Scholarship in memory of our late Horry County School Board Chairman.  The scholarship is designed to help alleviate the financial burden of higher learning for a full-time senior who resides in Carolina Forest and attends Carolina Forest High School located in Carolina Forest.

The Scholarship consists of Two Awards of $2,500 each to be provided to two students.  Each award will be paid directly to an accredited University, College, Community College or Technical School for the recipient.  This Scholarship must be used for tuition and/or books only.

COMPONENTS OF APPLICATION:
   -Application form 
   -Copy of transcript - request from needmytranscript 
   -Completed essays (See Below)
   -Mini-autobiography
   -Sealed recommendation letters from two persons to include a teacher, guidance 
     counselor, employer, coach or religious leader (not a relative or friend) 
   -Interview, if requested, by Nominating Committee

ESSAY: In your own words, please attach your essay (approximately 250-300 words) on:

What is the importance of civic duty as it relates to a volunteer or elected official?  How do you support civic duty while in school and in the future with consideration for the future of Carolina Forest?  What is important in your community and for future generations?

Mini Autobiography: In your own words, tell us about yourself (please attach your autobiography - approximately 250-300 words).

The student must return the completed application with essays by APRIL 20, 2020, to Mrs. Meehan at AMeehan@horrycountyschools.net or drop off on Mondays or Fridays in the front office by April 20th (EXCLUDING Spring Break Dates: 4/10 - 4/19). 

CF CIVIC ASSOCIATION APPLICATION 

GUY DANIELS MEMORIAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 23, 2020 

Program Criteria and Conditions:

1. Completion of the application authorizes the Guy Daniels Memorial Foundation Scholarship Committee to verify any of the information given in the application.
2. Scholarships will be awarded to Horry and Georgetown County residents who will be undergraduate students in the 2019-2020 school year.
3. Any awarded scholarship funds are to be used strictly for tuition, books and course-related expenses and will be made payable to the academic institution on behalf of the recipient in which he or she shall be properly enrolled.
4. This scholarship may be a continuing scholarship but is not guaranteed to be a continuing scholarship. The recipient of this scholarship will be permitted to submit a scholarship application each year. The maximum scholarship is four consecutive years.
5. Include a transcript of high school or college records must be submitted with the application.
6. Attach a wallet-size photo to the application form.
7. Include your “Story” why you deserve this scholarship and what you can do with it!
8. The completed application must be received no later than April 23, 2020.

Joye Law Firm scholarship
Deadline: April 1, 2020 To be determined

Due to school closures from COVID-19 we are extending the deadline for our 2020 scholarship indefinitely to allow for students to apply and submit the required transcripts.

Our firm will offer six $2,000 scholarships to graduating seniors in South Carolina who plan to attend a four-year institution of higher learning in the fall. The selection of the recipients is based on creative entry, school activities, positions of leadership, special honors and awards, community involvement, academic performance, and professional pursuits.

APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING MATERIALS ALONG WITH THEIR 2020 ONLINE APPLICATION FORM BELOW

1. A current high school transcript; and
2. A creative entry based on one of the following prompts: 
   South Carolina recently proposed a new version of the S.C. “Hands-Free Act” that would outlaw the use of a phone for almost any reason and increase the fines.
   Do you believe there are more changes to cell phone laws in your state that should be changed?
   Do you think the rate of distracted driving accidents would decrease if these laws were different?
3. Nominate a favorite teacher who has inspired your creativity for a teacher prize; and
4. A current photo (suitable for publication. 
   

   Creative entries may be but are not limited to an essay, video, infographic, song, poem, etc.

   The file must be in one of the following formats (pdf, doc, jpg, png, mv4, avi, wav, mp3).

   HOW TO WIN: Our selection committee will review your packet with a particular focus on your creative entry along with your community involvement.

Joye Law Firm Application

Whittemore High School Alumni Association Scholarships
Deadline: April 1, 2020  June 5, 2020

SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA

1. Applicants must be a descendant of an Alumnus of Whittemore High School.
2. Applicant must have at least a 3.0 grade point average. On an unweighted scale.
3. Applicant must be currently graduating from an accredited high school.
4. Applicant should exhibit academic promise and financial need.
5. A letter of recommendation is required from a teacher or someone who knows you well. This person cannot be a relative. Attach the recommendation to the last page of the application, along with a wallet size photo and personal statement.
6. The number of recipients and amount of individual scholarships will be determined by the scholarship committee each year based on the availability of funds.

 Note: Scholarship awards will not be made until the applicant has been enrolled and attended classes. Awards will be mailed to the college upon verification of enrollment by the institution.

Scholarship Application

EGGCEPTIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 30, 2020 

B&B Restaurants of South Carolina (DBA Eggs Up Grill) is honored to provide one $1,000 scholarship to a well-rounded and deserving senior at Carolina Forest High School. AVAILABLE FROM THIS LOCATION ONLY: Eggs Up Grill of Conway | 2246 Hwy. 501 | (843) 349-4748. 

If you have any questions about the application please contact Danny or Christine Bonar of B&B Restaurants of South Carolina (DBA Eggs Up Grill in Conway, SC).  Eggs Up Grill Scholarship Application

Sun-News Educational Foundation 
Deadline: March 30, 2020  APRIL 30, 2020

Five (5) One-Year $1,000 Student Scholarships and 
One (1) MARK AND NANCY GARNER LEADERSHIP Student Scholarship ($2,000 per year for four years for a total of $8,000)

Criteria and Conditions for Awards

1. Applications will be considered from Horry and Georgetown counties of South Carolina, and our circulation distribution area in Southern Brunswick County of North Carolina. Exceptions must be approved by the Foundation.

2. This scholarship is awarded to an outstanding student, based on the student’s motivation, potential for academic achievement, leadership, and involvement in community events and civic activities.

3. Scholarship holders must be full-time (as defined by the college) student and must maintain a minimum of 2.5 grade-point average. All applicants must be entering a college in the fall as a freshman at a two-year junior college, a technical/community college or a four-year college or university.

4. The yearly scholarship amount will be divided by the number of semesters or quarters in the school year. The first-semester or first-quarter funds will be released by the institution when the scholarship is awarded. Release by the institution of the remaining equal portions of the award will occur at the beginning of consecutive semesters or quarters if the student maintains a 2.5 grade point average in the previous session. Scholarship funds may be applied to tuition and other forms of educational assistance for the student, as long as the funds are paid to the institution. The student will be required to submit to the Foundation his/her transcript so that grades can be verified.

5. Two letters of recommendation should be submitted with the application. One letter must be from a teacher or guidance counselor.

6. The Foundation Board of Directors will interview final candidates.

7. In accepting this award, both the student and his/her parents give consent to the release of the student’s grades and other relevant information to the Foundation at the end of each semester or quarter. This is agreed to by the signature of both student and parent/legal guardian on the application.

8. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

9. Applications must be RECEIVED (not postmarked) by APRIL 30, 2020.  The Sun News Educational Foundation APPLICATION

Please submit to:
The Sun News Educational Foundation
914 Frontage Rd. E.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Attn: Kimberly Gary

Questions regarding application procedures should be directed to Kimberly Gary (843) 626-0355.

THE SUN NEWS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION is a non-profit, tax-exempt foundation with Internal Revenue Code 501(c) 3 status

Law Office of Kenneth Berger scholarship
Lawyers Against Distracted Driving Scholarship
Deadline: April 30, 2020

The Law Office of Kenneth Berger is offering a yearly $1,000 scholarship to a South Carolina student who is either preparing for their first year of college or is currently enrolled full time at a college or university.

Our firm serves catastrophically injured people throughout South Carolina. All too often, we see the horrible effects of texting and driving on our state’s roadways. With this scholarship offer, we not only want to help students overcome the financial challenges of pursuing higher education but also highlight the dangers of distracted driving with the hope of eliminating it altogether.

To apply for the Law Office of Kenneth Berger scholarship, students must complete the application form attached below and write an essay on the dangers of distracted driving and what should be done to reduce or eliminate it. The essay must be at least 500 words, but not exceeding 1,000 words long.

Information is available on our website: https://www.bergerlawsc.com/reports/scholarship.cfm

Son’s & Daughters of Italy, Announces $2,500 College Scholarship Program
Deadline: April 30, 2020

To help students take a thoughtful approach to their selection process and help pay for a college education, Son’s & Daughters of Italy is awarding a $2,500 scholarship. 

We are honored to announce this scholarship, which reflects the importance of Italian/American heritage. The $2,500 scholarship is open to students of Italian/American heritage, will be awarded based on the student’s essay and academic achievement. The application process opens on 1/30/2020 and concludes on 4/30/2020. The award winner will be announced no later than 6/1/2020.

Qualifications:

1. Applicants must be of Italian-American descent, having at least one ancestor who emigrated from Italy

2. Open to senior students of Christian Academy of Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach High School, North Myrtle Beach High School, Socastee High School, St. James High School, Carolina Forest High School, Conway High School, The Academy for the Arts & Sciences, Coastal Leadership Academy, and the Academy for Technology and Academics.

3. Must be enrolled in an accredited institution of higher education for fall 2020.

4. The applicant should have at least a “C” average and is not entering on a probationary status.

5. All questions in this application must be answered.

6. Award will be forwarded directly to the college/university in August 2020, in the student’s name.

7. DEADLINE FOR RETURNING THE APPLICATION TO THE SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF ITALY is April 30, 2020.

8. Mail application to Order Sons and Daughters of Italy, Myrtle Beach Lodge #2662, Academic Scholarship 2020, 7957 Moss Creek Road, Myrtle Beach, S.C., 29588

9. Recommended but not required to e-mail a PDF file of your documents to osia2662scholarship@gmail.com

10. The scholarship winner will be announced on or before June 1, 2020, with a formal presentation at the Son’s and Daughters of Italy lodge on June 14, 2020.

2020 Sons & Daughters of Italy Scholarship Application

Business Week Scholarships
Deadline: April 30, 2020

Business Week provides students the opportunity to learn about all aspects of business and test their newly acquired knowledge in a computer simulation designed to achieve a real company feel with challenging, real-world situations. Along with an emphasis on teamwork and leadership skills, Business Week includes programs on entrepreneurship, ethics in business, leadership profiling and the significance of diversity in business.

S. Hunter Howard Jr. Scholarship
This $5,000 award recognizes a Business Week student who consistently demonstrates exceptional leadership abilities and was introduced in 2008 in honor of S. Hunter Howard Jr., retired president and chief executive officer of the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce. Students may use the scholarship at the South Carolina college or university of their choice.

Ron McNair Leadership Award
This $5,000 scholarship, contributed by SCE&G, may be used at the South Carolina college or university of the student's choice. Established in memory of Lake City native and astronaut Ron McNair, the Ron McNair Leadership Award recognizes a Business Week student who consistently demonstrates exceptional leadership abilities.

Rawl Family Scholarship
This $2,000 scholarship, made possible by the family of South Carolina Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Otis Rawl, may be used at the South Carolina college or university of the student's choice.

Chelse Ward Elliott Memorial Scholarship
This $2,000 scholarship is in memory of Chelse Ward Elliott, who passed away in the spring of 2010. Mrs. Elliott was the wife of Business Week Company Advisor, Tony Elliott.

Mechanical Contractors Association of South Carolina Scholarship
The inaugural Mechanical Contractors Association of South Carolina Scholarship was first awarded last year. This $2,500 award may be used at the South Carolina college or university of the student's choice.

THE FRIENDS OF CAROLINA FOREST LIBRARY SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 1, 2020  May 1, 2020  

Friends of CF Library Scholarship Application

The Friends of the Carolina Forest Library has established The Friends of Carolina Forest Library Scholarship.  The scholarship is designed to help alleviate the financial burden of higher learning for a full-time senior who resides in Carolina Forest and attends a high school located in Carolina Forest.

The Scholarship consists of $1,000 awards (2) to be provided to two students.  Each award will be paid to an accredited University, College, Community College or Technical School for the recipient.  This Scholarship must be used for tuition and/or books only.

COMPONENTS OF APPLICATION

                -Application form
                -Copy of transcript
                -Completed essays
                -Mini-autobiography
                -Sealed recommendation letters from two persons to include a teacher, guidance counselor, employer, coach or religious
                  leader (not a relative or friend)
                -Interview, if requested, by Nominating Committee

The student must return the completed application with essays by May 1, 2020 to:

The Friends of Carolina Forest Library Scholarship Committee
2250 Carolina Forest Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

EXPIRED DEADLINES:

THE FRIENDS OF CAROLINA FOREST LIBRARY SCHOLARSHIP
Deadline: April 1, 2020  May 1, 2020  

Friends of CF Library Scholarship Application

The Friends of the Carolina Forest Library has established The Friends of Carolina Forest Library Scholarship.  The scholarship is designed to help alleviate the financial burden of higher learning for a full-time senior who resides in Carolina Forest and attends a high school located in Carolina Forest.

The Scholarship consists of $1,000 awards (2) to be provided to two students.  Each award will be paid to an accredited University, College, Community College or Technical School for the recipient.  This Scholarship must be used for tuition and/or books only.

COMPONENTS OF APPLICATION

                -Application form
                -Copy of transcript
                -Completed essays
                -Mini-autobiography
                -Sealed recommendation letters from two persons to include a teacher, guidance counselor, employer, coach or religious 
                  leader (not a relative or friend)
                -Interview, if requested, by Nominating Committee

The student must return the completed application with essays by May 1, 2020 to:

The Friends of Carolina Forest Library Scholarship Committee
2250 Carolina Forest Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Educational Foundation (SCRLEF)
Deadline: May 1, 2020

Purpose

The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Educational Foundation (SCRLEF) manages scholarships on behalf of a variety of organizations that support hospitality education. These scholarships are designed to assist students who demonstrate an interest in and commitment to the hospitality (restaurant, foodservice, lodging, tourism) industry.

Scholarship Amount Available: Each year the scholarship amounts vary depending on donations and local participation.  Over $261,000 in scholarship awards have been given to 191 students in the past 15 years.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must submit the following:

• Completed application
• Current transcript
• Essay (500-word minimum, 1000 word maximum)
  • Please submit an essay explaining the following: your reason(s) for applying for a scholarship and why you feel you should receive one, the type of career in the foodservice or hospitality industry you plan to pursue, and your future goals.

Only online scholarships will be accepted and must be completed by 12 am on May 1st. Transcripts must be uploaded with the application.

2020 SCRLA Scholarship Application

Society of Women Engineers Scholarship Application
Deadline: May 1, 2020

The SWE Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to those who identify as a female/woman and are studying community college, baccalaureate, or graduate programs in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology and computer science. Freshmen: Applications for the 2020-2021 academic year will open on March 1, 2020.

A few main eligibility points:

• Only candidates who identify as a female/woman.
• Undergraduate/community college applicants must be planning to study an ABET-accredited program in engineering, technology, or computing in the upcoming academic year.  
• Masters and PhD candidates must be enrolled or accepted at a school with ABET-accredited programs in engineering, computing, or technology.
• You must be planning to attend full time (exceptions are made for reentry and non-traditional applicants).
• You must not be fully funded for tuition, fees, and books or equivalent.
• Transcripts must be in English. See below for more details.

SWE Scholarship Application

2020 We the People Scholarship
Deadline: March 18, 2020, early May 2020 date is expected

Due to the closing of schools as part of the response to the public health emergency, the Awards and Scholarships deadline has been extended. A new due date is not presently known, but an early May 2020 date is expected. As more information becomes available, it will be posted via the Teacher ListServ, and on the LRE section of the SC Bar Web site. For this year, no penalty will be assessed if reference letters are not completed. Please include them if you are able.

Should anyone have any questions, please email Donald N. Lanier at dlanier@scbar.org.

To recognize achievement and the impact that the We the People programs have on the lives of the students who participate, the South Carolina Bar Law Related Education (LRE) Division has created a scholarship program for We the People: The Citizen and the Constitution. The selected recipients of the $1,000 We the People scholarships must have participated in a We the People state competition to qualify for the scholarship in any of their middle or high school years.

Eligibility Requirements for Applicants:

1. Must currently be a high school senior (but not required to have participated this year);
2. Must be or have been a member of a We the People team (middle and/or high school); 
3. Must have participated in a We the People competition sponsored by the SC Bar LRE Division: 
4. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5; 
5. Must plan to attend a post-secondary institution such as a technical, 2-year or 4-year college/university; and 
6. Must submit a complete application by the deadline to be eligible.

Application Procedure:

1. Complete the Application Cover Sheet. 
2. Print and sign the Student Acknowledgement. 
3. Complete the Narrative Requirement. 
4. Obtain two recommendation letters with one from your We the People teacher. 
5. Obtain a copy of your high school transcript through the fall of your senior year. (No social security numbers should appear on any records submitted to the SC Bar.) 
6. Scan the entire application packet (cover sheet, student acknowledgment, narrative, two recommendation letters, and transcript) as one PDF document and include your name when naming the PDF document; e.g. Logan Landrum App 2020. 
7. Email the PDF to Donald Lanier at dlanier@scbar.org by 12 Noon on March 18, 2020. (Only emailed submissions will be considered.) 
8. The LRE Division will notify recipients by May 3, 2020.

Format Requirement: The typed document should be 12 point font with one-inch margins, double spaced, and should not exceed three pages. If the format requirement is not met, the application will not be considered.

Narrative Requirement: Incorporate the following topics into your narrative as though you were testifying in a hearing.

1. What part of the Constitution had the greatest impact on you? 
2. What stood out to you in the Constitution that you think all Americans should know? 
3. What question asked of you during the We the People hearing took you by surprise and why?
4. What civic values did you gain from studying the Constitution?
5. Is there anything additional you would like to add in considering you for a We the People Scholarship?

We the People Application

THE  SHERIFF'S FOUNDATION OF HORRY COUNTY 
Deadline: April 15, 2020 May 8, 2020

The Sheriff’s Foundation of Horry County (hereinafter, Foundation) awards up to eight (8) scholarships annually for college-bound high school seniors with an expressed interest in pursuing an education in a criminal justice or legal studies field. Emphasis will be placed on those attending Horry Georgetown Technical College and Coastal Carolina University.

Criteria:
Candidates eligible for assistance must be graduating high school seniors and residents of Horry County, with the intent to continue their education at a two-year or four-year accredited college or university. Consideration will be given to academic achievement, community service record, and demonstrated leadership qualities. Candidates should submit a scholarship application on the form provided by the Foundation along with a 500-word minimum essay.

Guidelines:

Scholarships will be awarded and disbursed on an annual basis. The applicant must have a 3.0 or higher grade point average on a 4.0 (unweighted) scale. Students must enroll in at least six (6) credit hours in the fall and six (6) credit hours in the spring semester of the 2020-21 academic year. Scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $1,500 each.

The Foundation uses the postmarked date to determine eligibility deadline for mailed entries. This scholarship is non-renewable. Only high school seniors enrolling in a two-year or four-year accredited college or university are eligible to apply. Previous scholarship recipients cannot re-apply.

MAIL TO:

Sheriff’s Foundation of Horry County Attention: Scholarship Committee
Post Office Box 1906
Conway, South Carolina 29528

The Danny Bruscella Scholarship by Heroes for Children
Deadline: May 15, 2020

The Danny Bruscella scholarship is established to honor Danny Bruscella's never-ending commitment and support of children who have been in foster care. Danny was a Horry County Guardian ad Litem Volunteer for many years and served on the Heroes for Children board. An annual scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student who has graduated or will graduate from high school and plans to attend an accredited institution of higher learning (includes 4-year college, 2-year college, accredited trade schools, and vocational school).

Scholarship Eligibility

1. Applicant must be enrolled in or planning to enroll within the calendar year to an accredited school to include an undergraduate education from college or university, community college, trade school, or other accredited secondary schools.
2. The applicant has been or is currently in the custody of Horry County DSS.
3. Must have graduated or will graduate from High School with a GPA or 2.5 or greater.

Scholarship Requirements

1. Scholarship must be used for tuition, fees, and/or books.
2. Scholarship will be paid directly to the accredited school, bookstore, or other related education expenses with other related education expenses as approved by the scholarship committee.

To remain eligible the applicant must maintain a GPA of 2.5 from the accredited institution to continue to receive scholarship amount each year. The applicant forfeits the scholarship should they withdraw from an accredited institution.

Required Scholarship Application and Material

1. Application form.
2. Transcript from high school or college.
3. A short essay (500 words or less) describing the field of interest, unique quality that makes the applicant deserving of the scholarship.
4. References: Minimum of two (2) references is required. It is preferred but not required that one (1) reference be from the Guardian ad Litem for the child. 
5. The selection committee may interview the applicant

   The Hero's for Children Board of Directors will make the final approval of the applicant.

   The Danny Bruscella Scholarship Application

ALPHA EPSILON CHAPTER Of ALPHA DELTA KAPPA
Deadline: May 19, 2020

This scholarship is for female students who are potential education majors. 

PLEASE ATTACH THE FOLLOWING:
A. APPLICATION FORM
B. TWO (2) LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
C. AN ESSAY ENTITLED “WHY I WANT TO BE A TEACHER”
D. AN OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT sent from needmytranscript.com

EXPIRED DEADLINES

Dennis Brian Latimer Scholarship
Deadline: April 1, 2020 June 5, 2020

This scholarship is given in honor of the late Retired U.S. Army Colonel Dennis Brian Latimer, a Whittemore high 5ehool graduate.

Qualification for this scholarship are:

• applicant must be a senior in high school and a descendant of a Whittemore High School Graduate.
• Must have a (b) average or higher
• Must major in science or a related science field.
• Plan to attend college the semester following his or her high school
• A letter of recommendation from a teacher or someone who knows you well is required. The person may not be a relative. Attach the letter to the last page of the application, along with a current transcript.
• Please include a wallet size gloss photo suitable for printing.
• Applications are available from your school counselor or your place of worship.

Scholarship Application 

Mail applications to:

Mr. Thomas Latimer
3918 Cambridge Lane
Charlotte, NC 28270

LATE (after deadline) or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Whittemore High School Alumni Association Scholarships
Deadline: April 1, 2020  June 5, 2020

SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA

1. Applicants must be a descendant of an Alumnus of Whittemore High School.
2. Applicant must have at least a 3.0 grade point average. On an unweighted scale.
3. Applicant must be currently graduating from an accredited high school.
4. Applicant should exhibit academic promise and financial need.
5. A letter of recommendation is required from a teacher or someone who knows you well. This person cannot be a relative. Attach the recommendation to the last page of the application, along with a wallet size photo and personal statement.
6. The number of recipients and amount of individual scholarships will be determined by the scholarship committee each year based on the availability of funds.

 Note: Scholarship awards will not be made until the applicant has been enrolled and attended classes. Awards will be mailed to the college upon verification of enrollment by the institution.

Scholarship Application

Types of Financial Aid and Scholarships

Financial assistance is available through a variety of programs and sources. All financial-assistance programs require the completion and submission of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), plus the submission of all documentation required by the HGTC Financial Aid Office. All financial aid is awarded without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or other individual distinction.

Federal Aid

The U.S. Government offers a variety of financial assistance programs. All federal programs require the completion and submission of the FAFSA.

View all Federal Aid.

State of South Carolina Aid

The State of South Carolina offers in-state residents several types of financial aid including Lottery Tuition Assistance, scholarships, grants, and more!

View all South Carolina State Aid.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Deadline: April 1, 2020

To apply for most of these scholarships, download the Scholarship Application or stop by any of the College's financial aid offices. There is only one scholarship application to complete in order to be placed in the pool of applicants for the scholarships you are eligible to receive. If further information is needed, you will be contacted by the financial aid staff. You must also have submitted the FAFSA to qualify.  If you have any questions regarding a particular scholarship, please contact the College's Financial Aid office at (843) 349-5251.

In addition to state and federal aid programs, there are several other financial aid options available to HGTC students.

HGTC SCHOLARSHIP LISTING

Access & Equity Scholarship

Established in 1996 by a major donation from the Knight Foundation in conjunction with individual donors. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist minority students in pursuit of an associate degree and to lay a foundation for future advancement in technical fields. Eligibility Criteria: To be considered for this scholarship, an applicant: 1) Must be a second-year student; and 2) Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater and maintain that average in order to retain the scholarship. Candidates may reapply for the scholarship only if the GPA of 3.0 has been maintained during the previous scholarship semester.

Other CCU Scholarships 

The scholarships listed below are scholarships offered from Coastal Carolina University but are not awarded through the merit-based scholarship or application-based scholarship processes. Many require an application to be submitted to individual departments on campus; however, please refer to the specific details provided to determine how to apply.

CCU Palmetto Scholarship 

The CCU Palmetto Scholarship will automatically be given to students who meet the following criteria:

• Awarded the South Carolina Palmetto Fellows Scholarship.

The CCU Palmetto Scholarship is valued at $2,000 per academic year. The award will be divided equally between the fall and spring semesters. The award will be automatically renewed each year as long as you earn 30 credit hours each academic year, maintain a 3.0 cumulative CCU GPA, and remain eligible for the South Carolina Palmetto Fellows Scholarship.

Chanticleer Band Program Award (new or continuing students)

To be eligible for this scholarship, the student must meet the following criteria:

• Must be admitted and enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at Coastal Carolina University;
• Must perform an audition with the director of bands;
• In addition to marching band participation, students must perform in a spring ensemble (spring ensemble assignment will be at the discretion of the director of bands);
• Students must satisfactorily complete all course requirements as stated in the CCU Marching Band Handbook and spring ensemble syllabus in order to qualify for renewal; and
• Students may be declared as any major while making satisfactory progress toward their degree.

The amount of the scholarship the first year will be $1,000 ($500 per semester) and is not automatically renewed. Renewal is at the discretion of the director of bands and is based on instrumentation needs and merit. Students who are selected for renewal in their second year will receive $1,250 for the year and students selected for third and/or fourth year awards will receive $1,500 annually. The director of bands will submit a list of the recipients to the University Scholarship Committee for final approval. For more information, contact Garrett Griffin (ggriffin@coastal.edu or 843-349-5081).

CCU Freshman Success Award

To be eligible for consideration for this award, students must meet the following criteria:

• Must have completed 30 CCU credits by the end of the spring semester of the first year of enrollment;
• Minimum 3.50 CCU GPA; and
• Must not have received a CCU Merit Award upon admittance to CCU.

The CCU Freshman Success Award will be offered as a one-time award of $1,000 divided equally between the fall and spring semesters of the sophomore year. Recipients must be enrolled as full-time, degree-seeking students to receive the award. 

Palmetto Boys’ State Scholarship (new freshman students)

The Palmetto Boys' State Scholarship offers a 10% reduction of the full-time in-state tuition rate. This renewable award is extended annually to two incoming male freshman students. To be eligible for consideration of this scholarship, admitted freshman students must meet the following criteria: 

• Must apply and be accepted as an undergraduate student at Coastal Carolina University for the upcoming fall term by Dec. 1,
• Must be entering as a full-time freshman,
• Must be a graduate of Palmetto Boys’ State, and 
• Must be a South Carolina resident.  

Two Palmetto Boys' State Scholarships will be awarded each year. Eligible freshmen accepted by Dec.1 will be automatically considered based on overall academic competitiveness, including cumulative grade point average and SAT or ACT scores. Recipients must remain enrolled full-time each semester and meet annual renewal criteria to be eligible for renewal. This award may be received for a maximum of eight terms. Recipients will receive an official offer letter by March 1.    

Palmetto Girls’ State Scholarship (new freshman students)

The Palmetto Girls’ State Scholarship offers a 10% reduction of the full-time in-state tuition rate. This renewable award is extended annually to two incoming male freshman students. To be eligible for consideration of this scholarship, admitted freshman students must meet the following criteria: 

• Must apply and be accepted as an undergraduate student at Coastal Carolina University for the upcoming fall term by Dec. 1,
• Must be entering as a full-time freshman,
• Must be a graduate of Palmetto Girls’ State, and 
• Must be a South Carolina resident.  

Two Palmetto Girls’ State Scholarships will be awarded each year. Eligible freshmen accepted by Dec.1 will be automatically considered based on overall academic competitiveness, including cumulative grade point average and SAT or ACT scores. Recipients must remain enrolled full-time each semester and meet annual renewal criteria to be eligible for renewal. This award may be received for a maximum of eight terms. Recipients will receive an official offer letter by March 1. 

CCU/HGTC Bridge Scholarship (new transfer students)

The CCU/HGTC Bridge Scholarship offers a 15% reduction of full-time tuition. To be eligible for consideration of this scholarship, transfer students must meet the following criteria:

• Achieve a minimum 3.0 cumulative collegiate GPA;
• Earn 21 or more transferrable credits (students invited to transfer mid-year with 12 or more transferrable credits will be considered);
• Successfully complete the transfer requirements of the CCU/HGTC Bridge Program.

Eligible transferring Bridge students will receive automatic consideration for this award. Recipients must remain enrolled full-time each semester and meet annual renewal criteria to be eligible for renewal. This award may be received for a maximum of six terms.

CINO Scholarships 

No application is required. All new and current students are reviewed for eligibility and those meeting eligibility requirements* will be submitted to the Coastal Scholarship Committee.

Round One » 

        Selection review April 1
        

Round Two » 

        Selection review July 1
         

*meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee a scholarship offer. 

2020-2021 MERIT AWARDS

Coastal Carolina University offers a percentage-based merit awards program. The percentage-based program means that award amounts will increase to match any increase in tuition. Please see the regulations below for more details. 

Students are automatically considered for University merit-based awards, following acceptance to CCU. There is no separate application process.

New, incoming undergraduate students, both freshmen and transfers, are eligible for consideration.

Students are eligible to receive only one award from the merit-based award program. This includes the VPA Merit-based and PGM Merit-based awards. Out-of-state students who are granted access to the Academic Common Market tuition waiver are not eligible for additional tuition reduction through the University's merit award program. The Honors Program invitation is not considered a merit-based award.

The primary criteria used to determine freshman applicants’ merit award eligibility are grade point average and standardized test scores; however, a comprehensive review of the following factors may be considered in determining eligibility:

• Cumulative high school grade point averages – both weighted and unweighted, as applicable.
• Standardized test scores – SAT (combined math and evidenced based reading and writing scores) or ACT (composite score).
• Institutionally calculated “core” grade point average (see Freshman Admission Requirements for more information).
• Rigor of high school coursework (ie. Honors, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, dual enrollment).
• Rank within graduating class.
• Academic recommendations.
• Writing samples.
• Resumes, including leadership and work experience, as well as extracurricular involvement and activities.

Additional items for merit award consideration may be submitted electronically to meritawards@coastal.edu.

Beware of Scholarship Scams

Scam Warning Signs:

• You have to pay a fee
• Money-back guarantee
• Credit card/bank account information required
• Offers exclusive information

Common Scams:

• Phony Scholarship – promises cash if you pay a registration fee
• Phony Scholarship Matching Service – pay a fee and they guarantee you will win awards
• Phony Educational Loan – pay a fee and receive a low-interest loan
• Phony Financial Aid Seminar – a high pressure, poorly concealed sales pitch

Recommended Scholarship Search Services:

In addition to the search sites listed below, students can learn about the availability of private aid by checking with high school guidance counselors, churches, community organizations, and parents’ employers. Reference books and scholarship directories are also available in local libraries.

For additional scholarship opportunities, check with resources such as any colleges you are applying to, community organizations, churches, employer, parent's employers, and internet resources, such as: 

• Big Future –The College Board
• College Scholarships
• CollegeScholarships.org
• Fastweb
• The Sallie Mae Fund– searches for African American, Hispanic students and more
• Scholarship Help Page
• ScholarshipExperts
• Scholarship Guidance
• Scholarship Monkey
• Scholarships.com
• StudentAidOnTheWeb - U.S. Department of Education free scholarship search
• College Week Live
• Cappex
• FIDM Scholarship Foundation
• Best Colleges Financial Aid
• Raise Me app

Scholarships and Grants for SC Residents

(Palmetto Fellows, LIFE, HOPE, SC Need-based Grant, Lottery Tuition Assistance, etc.)

LIFE - HOPE Scholarships Brochure

Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Brochure

STUDENT ATHLETES 

If you are hoping to play sports in college, be sure to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center at:     

NCAA Eligibility Center

EXPIRED DEADLINES

SAMSUNG AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP
DEADLINE: Due no later than the first day of a participant’s American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program. All applications must be submitted using the online application system by 11:59PM on this day

Scholarship applications are restricted to high school juniors who attend the current session of either The American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program and are a direct descendant - i.e. child, grandchild, great grandchild, etc. - or a legally adopted child of a wartime U.S. military veteran who served on active duty during at least one of the periods of war officially designated as eligibility dates for American Legion membership.

https://www.legion.org/scholarships/samsung

LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
DEADLINE: APRIL 15, 2020

The American Legion Legacy Scholarship is a needs-based scholarship designed to fulfill a financial gap remaining after all federal and state educational grants/scholarships available to an eligible applicant have been utilized. Each needs-based scholarship provides up to $20,000 in aid for undergraduate or post-graduate college. Recipients may reapply for additional annual awards up to six times.

Children of U.S. military members who died while on active duty on or after Sept. 11, 2001.

Children of post-9/11 veterans having been assigned a combined disability rating of 50 percent or greater by the Department of Veterans Affairs also qualify.

https://www.legion.org/legacy-scholarship-application

THE NATHAN M. WOLFE LAW ENFORCEMENT CADET ACADEMY  
Deadline: May 1, 2020

June 20 - 26, 2020 at SOUTH CAROLINA CRIMINAL JUSTICE ACADEMY
5400 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC
Cost: $50 registration + $200 = $250.00

Cadets must be high school students of good character, age 15 to 18 who have not reached the age of 19 by June 1, 2020, who will return to their communities with a better understanding of our state's law enforcement system.

Complete the forms below with the application, health forms, ID & all four permission forms and the full fee of $250.00 and return it to Department Headquarters by May 1, 2020.

The application should be submitted as quickly as possible before availability is filled. 

2020 Law Cadet Application

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

Explore a variety of scholarships for High School applicants as well as College Graduates and Transfer applicants. Scholarships include full and partial awards, and many are renewable by maintaining specific requirements.

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

CALL ME MISTER at Charleston Southern University

 CSU’S Call Me MISTER Program is for you if:

• You are an African American or other minority male
• You want to teach in an SC elementary or middle school
• You exhibit servant leadership qualities
• You need money for college (up to $10,000 yearly)
• You thrive in a small, family-like learning environment
  
  

The mission of the SC Call Me MISTER (acronym for Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role Models) initiative is to increase the pool of available teachers from diverse backgrounds. College student participants with high academic potential demonstrated commitment to teaching, and servant-leadership qualities are largely selected from under-served, socioeconomically disadvantaged, and educationally at-risk communities.

Located near historic Charleston and the beautiful beaches of the South Carolina coastline, Charleston Southern University has been named one of America’s Best Christian Colleges.

Think you can’t afford private education? Think again! CSU is much more affordable than you might think. Each year CSU works to create the best financial aid package possible for every student. The Call Me MISTER scholarship, coupled with other potential SC awards and CSU scholarships, allows qualified students to attend with most of tuition and fees covered.

APPLY ONLINE to both CSU and CMM:

https://applyonline.csuniv.edu/UndergraduateApplication.aspx

https://www.clemson.edu/education/research/programs/callmemister/apply.html

CONTACT INFORMATION:

William Ross

Call Me MISTER Program Director

wross@csuniv.edu

843-863-7555

Kimberly Ford

Enrollment Services

kford@csuniv.edu

843-863-8038

Teri Karges

Director of Financial Aid

tkarges@csuniv.edu

843-863-7101

2020 PALMETTO BOYS STATE
Deadline: February 28, 2020   CANCELLED

The American Legion’s Boys State program is a unique way for young men to learn about the American system of government and politics by participating in a mock governmental system. June 7 - 13, 2020 hosted by Anderson University. 

Palmetto Boys State is the top program in the country thanks to the unique learning environment. In addition to participating in a mock government system, Boys Staters have the unique opportunity to explore potential career paths through our different schools including the Performing Arts School, Criminal Justice Academy, and Law School. It is a great honor to be chosen as a delegate to Palmetto Boys State. Many of our state’s political and business leaders were once Boys Staters. More than 900 boys are recommended each year by their teachers and counselors to attend Boys State. While at Boys State, delegates will learn about state, city, and local government. They will also learn how the political process works in our state. Boys Staters will also learn how partisan politics operate. Delegates will have an opportunity to compose a party platform, prepare speeches, and run for every elected office in the state. These offices range from mayor of one’s city all the way to governor of the state.

You cannot apply. Palmetto Boys State is a program sponsored by the American Legion. The local American Legion posts select young men to attend Palmetto Boys State between their Junior and Senior years of High School. The selection process is conducted through each local legion post. Submit the attached application to your high school counselor. The American Legion has established certain qualifications for prospective Boys State citizens.

Here are the recommended guidelines that are employed by most American Legion Boys State programs:
   • Only males who have successfully completed their junior year of high school and have at least one more semester of high school remaining are considered eligible to participate.
   • Any boy who has previously attended an American Legion Boys State is not eligible to attend a second session.
   • Only boys with outstanding qualities of leadership, character, scholarship, and loyalty and service to their schools and community should be considered.
   • In the actual selection of boys as citizens of Boys State, merit and ability alone are the basis for selection.

American Legion Boys States are in compliance with federal handicap laws. Palmetto Boys State requires a medical/parental consent certificate signed by a guardian.

CONTACT YOUR SCHOOL COUNSELOR

4-H Pinckney Leadership Conference

The 4-H Pinckney Leadership Conference is one of South Carolina’s premier programs for youth leadership development geared towards rising 10^th and 11^th grade students. Housed at Clemson University, students will enjoy the following activities:

• Leadership workshops
• Team building
• Community engagement
• Experiencing college life on Clemson’s campus
• Whitewater rafting
• And much, much more!

June 21-27, 2020
July 12-18, 2020
Cost: $100

Registration is now open. Please follow South Carolina 4-H Pinckney Leadership Program on Facebook for other opportunities to get involved.

Application for The 4-H Pinckney Leadership Conference at Clemson University for rising Sophomores and Juniors

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Optimist Oratorical Contest 
Deadline: March 17, 2020

Topic:   “Just iMagine a World without Boundaries 

There are 3 scholarships awarded in the South Carolina District, one (1) $2,500, one (1) $1,500, and one (1) $1,000 scholarship.  The $2,500 winner advances to the next level of competition at St. Louis University. The Southeast Regional where they compete against 8 other District winners to receive an additional $5000 scholarship. 

Should they win that level they advance to the World Contest at St. Louis University where they again compete against 8 Regional winners.  First Place receives an additional $15000 scholarship, second place receives $10000, and third place receives $5000.  This means if a student finished first, second or third in the World Contest their total scholarships earned are $22500, $17500 and $12500. Optimist International keeps these scholarships for each winner until they reach age 25. 

• The contest is open to youth under the age of 19 as of October 1st of the current Optimist International contest year (October 1 – September 30) and is not enrolled as a degree seeking student of a post-secondary institution.  There is no minimum age.    
• All contestants at each level of the contest must show proof of their birth certificate or passport with their completed entry form
• The time allowed will be not under 4 minutes or over 5 minutes.  Contestants going over or under will not be cautioned and will be penalized one point for each 15 seconds or fraction of over or under the allotted time.  These penalties will be determined by the official timekeeper.
• The last day to enter is March 17 and I will be the point of contact and entry.

The Oratorical Contest will be held at Horry Georgetown Technical College, Grand Strand Business and Conference Center, 743 Hemlock Ave, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 on Tuesday, March 24 from 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm.  Sign-in will begin at 4:00 pm. 

19-20 Oratorical Contest Planning Guide

2020 STOP THE BLEED Scholarship Program
Deadline: April 21, 2020

Are you a high school student? You can help yourself and help your school by a) making a 1 to 2-minute video or b) writing an essay from 250 to 500 words addressing one of the topic areas below.

Topic #1: Describe or show how you think Stop the Bleed helps to enhance personal and community resilience.

The “Stop the Bleed” campaign was initiated by a federal interagency workgroup convened by the National Security Council Staff and The White House. The purpose of the campaign is to build national resilience by better preparing the public to save lives by raising awareness of basic actions to stop life-threatening bleeding following everyday emergencies and man-made and natural disasters.

Resilience: Being able to confront a traumatic event and be able to move forward and act as needed.

Topic #2: Describe or show how Stop the Bleed training can help at an accident before emergency responders arrive.

Driving is a big responsibility. According to the National Highway Safety Transportation Administration, in the United States alone there are more than 6-million car accidents each year – resulting in nearly 36,000 fatalities. Since teen-related accidents account for the most injuries and fatalities, how can Stop the Bleed training benefit you and those that may be at risk of traumatic hemorrhaging prior to the arrival of emergency responders?

Topic #3: Make the case: Do you think some or all students should be required to learn to Stop the Bleed?

A growing number of states across the country have enacted legislation requiring Stop the Bleed training for high school students. In some states, it is a graduation requirement. Tell us and support your opinion about requiring Stop the Bleed training for high school students.

First Place $3000 Scholarship awarded to the student + 30 STOP THE BLEED^® Kits to the student’s high school

Second Place $1500 Scholarship awarded to the student + 15 STOP THE BLEED^® Kits to the student’s high school

Third Place $500 Scholarship awarded to the student + 5 STOP THE BLEED^® Kits to the student’s high school

Winning students will receive scholarship money towards post-secondary education. The schools of the winning students will receive free STOP THE BLEED^® Kits.

This year’s program consists of National Scholarships and State Scholarships. Every student submitting an application is eligible for the National Scholarships. Students who attend school in states with State Scholarships are automatically eligible for those scholarships, too (note: applicants are limited to one scholarship award).

Eligibility is limited to high school age students in the US and its territories.

National Stop the Bleed Day Scholarship Application

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4-H Pinckney Leadership Conference
Deadline: Friday, March 13, 2020, 6PM (APPLICATION is still open).

The 4-H Pinckney Leadership Conference is one of South Carolina’s premier programs for youth leadership development geared towards rising 10^th and 11th-grade students. Housed at Clemson University, students will enjoy the following activities:

• Leadership workshops
• Team building
• Community engagement
• Experiencing college life on Clemson’s campus
• Whitewater rafting
• And much, much more!

June 21-27, 2020
July 12-18, 2020
Cost: $100

Registration is now open. Please follow South Carolina 4-H Pinckney Leadership Program on Facebook for other opportunities to get involved.

application Due by Friday, March 13, 2020, 6PM (APPLICATION is still open).

PARTNERS FOR MINORITIES IN ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE (AT USC)
Deadline: April 15, 2020

Upperclassmen: June 21-June 26, 2020
Freshmen: June 23-June 26,  2020*

PMECS is a partnership between educators and businesses to provide gifted minority students academic enrichment in the career areas of engineering and computer science. The workshop will be a five-day session to be held at the University of South Carolina-Columbia campus focused on aiding in preparing the students for college, help develop their communication skills, enhance their technical background, and to prepare the students to move successfully from the relatively supervised environment of high school to the self-disciplined collegiate and corporate environment. The students will be involved in "hands-on" activities that are experiments and challenges that reinforced engineering activities covered in the classroom lecture environment.

https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/engineering_and_computing/outreach/summer/pmecs/apply.php

THE NATHAN M. WOLFE LAW ENFORCEMENT CADET ACADEMY  
Deadline: May 1, 2020

June 20 - 26, 2020 at SOUTH CAROLINA CRIMINAL JUSTICE ACADEMY
5400 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC
Cost: $50 registration + $200 = $250.00

Cadets must be high school students of good character, age 15 to 18 who have not reached the age of 19 by June 1, 2020, who will return to their communities with a better understanding of our state's law enforcement system.

Complete the forms below with the application, health forms, ID & all four permission forms and the full fee of $250.00 and return it to Department Headquarters by May 1, 2020.

The application should be submitted as quickly as possible before availability is filled. 

2020 Law Cadet Application

Redesigning Our Future: National Environmental Summit for High School Students
Deadline: May 1, 2020

July 7-11, 2020 Catawba College campus. Catawba College is in Salisbury, NC, just north of metropolitan Charlotte.
Cost: Summit tuition is $490

Who can attend?
The summit is open to students who will be 14-17 years of age by the time of the summit.

Three leading organizations - the Center for the Environment at Catawba College, Rocky Mountain Institute, and the Environmental Working Group - are partnering to provide an opportunity for young environmental leaders to learn, create, share, interact, grow, connect, and build relationships. You know you have unique talents and particular interests; at Redesigning Our Future, you will learn the skills needed to use your passions to create a sustainable world. Small group workshops will focus on creating a toolbox of leadership skills that can be used now and in your future.

Apply by May 1 for a $90 discount. Tuition covers most of the cost of meals and lodging for the 5-day/4-night Summit. The generous contributions of our sponsors help us to meet the remaining costs of staffing, programming, speakers, etc. A shuttle to and from Charlotte-Douglas Airport and the Salisbury Train Depot will be provided. All other transportation costs are the responsibility of the student.

Participants will be housed in Abernethy Village, a complex of LEED-certified residence halls. These are not co-ed dorms.  Programming will occur on Catawba College's 189-acre Fred Stanback, Jr. Ecological Preserve and in the labs and classrooms of the Center for the Environment's green facility.

ApplicationReDesigning Our Future Application Link

Recommendation Form