James F. Byrnes Foundation Scholarship

The James F. Byrnes Foundation Scholarship offers $5,000 for SC high school seniors who have lost a parent and plan to attend college.

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

Essay

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

What is a letter of recommendation?

Watson-Brown Scholarship

The Watson-Brown Scholarship offers $3,000 per semester for students from select counties in GA and SC attending accredited colleges.

CBC Spouses Essay Contest

The CBC Spouses Essay Contest offers up to $2,000 for African American high school juniors and seniors. Apply now!

You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

The scholarship I'm applying to asks for references. Who should I be putting down?

Eastern Carolina Community Foundation Scholarships

Eastern Carolina Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $10,000 for local students. High chances of winning with personal statements required.

You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship offers $500 to $5,000 for eligible high school students in select states.

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

American Indian Scholarship of Southern California

The American Indian Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for Southern California students. Apply with recommendations, essay, and tribal proof.

You’ll need to submit a headshot as part of your application.

Photo / headshot

David M. Cline Scholarship

The David M. Cline Scholarship awards $2,000 to SC high school seniors pursuing law enforcement or forensic majors. Essay required.

Hampton Wildlife Fund

James O. Thomason Scholarship

The  James O. Thomason Scholarship awards $2,000 to SC high school seniors pursuing electronic, print or photo journalism, advertising, public relations.

Wallace F. Pate Scholarship

The Wallace F. Pate Scholarship awards $2,500 to SC high school seniors majoring in natural resources. Essay required.

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

Hessie Morrah Horticulture Scholarship

The Hessie Morrah Horticulture Scholarship offers $2,000 to SC students in agriculture-related fields. Apply now!

Opportunity Scholarship for Locked Out Dreamers

The Opportunity Scholarship offers up to $80,000 for DREAMers in locked-out states to attend college. Eligibility includes DACA or TPS.

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it? 

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

Ted G. Wilson Memorial Scholarship

The Ted G. Wilson Memorial Scholarship offers $1,500 for students pursuing construction education in the Southeast U.S.

GCSC PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP

GCSC Presidential Scholarship awards $2,000 to outstanding students pursuing horticulture degrees, recognizing academic excellence and passion.

The L. Phil and Alice J. Wicker Scholarship

The Wicker Scholarship offers $2,000 for licensed radio amateurs in the ARRL Roanoke Division pursuing degrees in electronics or communications.

Roan Scholars Program

The Roan Scholars Program offers high school seniors in TN and nearby states a chance to earn $250+ in awards.

Steinberg Law Firm Scholarship Program

The Steinberg Law Firm Scholarship offers $1,000 to five South Carolina students. Apply now if you're a qualifying high school senior or undergrad!

Foothills Community Foundation Scholarships

Foothills Community Foundation offers scholarships for high school seniors in Anderson, Oconee, and Pickens Counties. Awards start at $250.

Video

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

Golden Door Scholarship

Golden Door Scholarship provides up to $40,000 for DACA, TPS, or undocumented students in the Southeast, focusing on financial need.

Waccamaw Community Foundation Scholarships

Waccamaw Community Foundation offers over $250,000 in scholarships for local students in Horry and Georgetown Counties, up to $2,500 each.

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

Scholarships For Hospitality Students

Scholarships for hospitality students offer up to $1,200 for full-time undergraduates and graduates in related fields, especially in SC.

The Nurses Care Scholarship

The Nurses Care Scholarship offers $1,000 to SC residents pursuing nursing, requiring letters of recommendation and a goals statement.

What is a scholarship portal?

South Carolina Federal Credit Union Scholarship

The South Carolina Federal Credit Union offers scholarships up to $10,000 for students with a 3.0 GPA or higher.

Bill & Shireen Kirk Scholarship Fund

Annual scholarship for undergraduate and graduate students in business, chemistry, engineering, and marketing. $250+ award available.

Chairman's Scholarship 

The Chairman's Scholarship offers $2,500 to eligible high school students in NC, SC, or AL for college. Apply with transcripts and essays.

Robert Porterfield Graduate Scholarship

The Robert Porterfield Graduate Scholarship offers $2,000 for theatre graduate students from select Southern states. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

NEWH Atlanta Chapter Scholarship

NEWH Atlanta Chapter offers up to $60,000 in scholarships for hospitality students in the Southeast. Minimum GPA of 3.0 required.

Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Scholarships

Coastal Community Foundation offers $400,000 in scholarships for SC high school seniors. One application for 120 scholarships available.

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

The SAWF Scholarship

The SAWF Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for women in STEM or automotive fields with a 2.5 GPA in select Southern states.

How do I know if I've won an eligible matching scholarship?

NATAS Southeast Foundation Scholarship

The NATAS Southeast Foundation Scholarship awards up to $6,000 for students in broadcast or digital media from select Southeastern states.

CBC Spouses Education Scholarship

The CBC Spouses Education Scholarship offers $2,500 to $20,000 for Black high school seniors pursuing higher education. Apply now!

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great person you are.

Recommendation - Contact info

Central Carolina Community Foundation Scholarships

Central Carolina Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $10,000 for local students based on merit, need, or activities.

AB HBCU Scholars Program

The AB HBCU Scholars Program offers $5,000 for eligible undergraduate sophomores at select HBCUs. Apply now!

Colonel Kathleen Swacina Scholarship

The Colonel Kathleen Swacina Scholarship offers $1,500 to female STEM students with military ties in select Southern states.

Volunteering or being active in your community is a must for this scholarship.

Community Service

Charles H. Stone-Piedmont Scholarship

Four $6,000 scholarships for juniors and seniors in polymer or textile chemistry at NC State or Clemson. Minimum 2.85 GPA required.

Art Project

Marian A. Smith Costume Scholarship Award

The Marian A. Smith Costume Scholarship offers $1,500 for graduate students in costume design from select Southern states.

Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship

The Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship offers $5,000 to African American and Hispanic high school seniors pursuing STEM degrees.

What are the participating institutions in TMCF | NIKE HBCU Scholarship?

TMCF | NIKE HBCU Scholarship

The TMCF | NIKE HBCU Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for undergraduates with a 3.0 GPA and financial need. Apply now!

The Adult Students in Scholastic Transition Scholarship (ASIST)

The ASIST Scholarship offers $2,000 to $10,000 for adults overcoming challenges through education. Apply locally for a chance to win.

The Pope Scholarship Fund

The Pope Scholarship Fund offers $3,000 for rising college juniors in mortgage banking fields in NC or SC with a 3.0 GPA.

 Future Technology Workforce Leaders and Visionaries (F12) Scholarship

The F12 Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for Berkeley County seniors pursuing IT or Business Administration in college. Essay required.

 Public Health Scholarship

The Public Health Scholarship offers $500 to SCPHA members with a 3.5 GPA and commitment to public health. Essay required.

Arrive Alive Scholarship

The Arrive Alive Scholarship offers $2,500 to eligible high school seniors in select NC and SC counties. Apply with an essay, video, and recommendations.

The Gordon Hay Scholarship

The Gordon Hay Scholarship offers a $5,000 award to students in the Charlotte region pursuing careers in non-performance theater arts.

Doctoral Scholars Program

The SREB-State Doctoral Scholars Program provides a $20,000 stipend for Ph.D. students aiming to become professors in select states.

CMAA- SAC Scholarship Program

The CMAA- SAC Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for full-time A/E/C degree students in the South Atlantic Chapter region.

The Harmon E. Broyles Scholarship Program

The Harmon E. Broyles Scholarship offers full-ride awards for students in VA, NC, or SC enrolling at Virginia Tech College of Engineering.

Carolinas Scholarship

The Carolinas Scholarship offers $5,000 to cancer patients in NC or SC for education. Requires essay, recommendations, and diagnosis letter.

SCFB Foundation Scholarships

SCFB Foundation Scholarships offer $3,000 for SC Farm Bureau members' families. Apply with an essay and recommendation letter.