Scholarships

South Carolina State Scholarships

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: