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College Board Opportunity Scholarships!
Don't miss out on a $500.00 Scholarship
Class of 2025: Complete these 6 college planning steps for 6 separate chances at $500. When you finish all 6, you’ll be entered into a drawing for a $40,000 scholarship, but you can still earn money even if you don’t complete them all.
Click on the link below for more details:
https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/?SFMC_cid=EM566370-&rid=47707920
Horatio Alger Association Scholarship - High School Juniors
Deadline: March 1, 2026 - Amount of Scholarship - $10,000 and $25,000
The Horatio Alger Association seeks to provide scholarship assistance to deserving students who have demonstrated integrity, determination in overcoming adversity, academic potential, the personal aspiration to make a unique contribution to society, strength of character and financial need.
To Apply: Click here for more information
The Association awards 2 South Carolina students with a $25,000 National Scholarship
And 10+ students from the state of South Carolina with $10,000 scholarships.
Key criteria for qualification:
1. Enrolled as a full time high school junior
2. Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
3. Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
4. At least a 2.0 GPA
5. Be a United States Citizen
To see more details, visit https://scholars.horatioalger.org/about-our-scholarship-programs/
If you are looking for additional information, please visit our website.
RLE GO FORE IT Foundation
Deadline: March 1, 2026- Amount of scholarship varies
The scholarship will recognize students who exhibit outstanding leadership and continued engagement with the community.
Eligibility Requirements:
· Full-time high school student during the 2025-2026 academic year.
· Enrolled full-time in a college, university, or trade school for the 2026-2027 academic year.
· Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
· Demonstrated outstanding leadership abilities through activities and events.
· U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident with valid documentation.
· Application deadline is March 1, 2026
If you’re a graduating high school senior planning to pursue higher education, don’t miss this incredible opportunity. Submit your application below and take a step toward achieving your dreams!
Please visit https://goforeitusa.com/foundation
Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship
Deadline: March 1, 2026-Amount of scholarship varies
The American Legion Auxiliary sponsors the Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship to support the children of our warriors. These scholarships are awarded to 15 students annually who excel in academics and volunteer in their communities. https://www.legion-aux.org/Scholarships/Children-of-Warriors
1. Candidates for this award shall be direct descendants of veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces during eligibility dates for membership in The American Legion: April 6, 1917, to November 11, 1918; and any time after December 7, 1941. Membership in The American Legion Family is not required for this scholarship.
2. Applicants must be in their senior year of high school.
3. This is a scholarship to attend an accredited institution of higher education.
4. Applicants must complete 50 hours of volunteer service within the community during their high school years. Hours must be verified in writing by the recipient organization(s).
5. Completed applications are DUE ON OR BEFORE MARCH 1, 11:59 PM Eastern.
6. Judging, at all levels, shall be on the following basis:
• 30% - Character/Leadership
• 30% - Essay/Application
• 40% - Academic Achievement
Please visit: https://legion-aux.formstack.com/forms/2025childrenofwarriors_nationalpresidentsscholarship
Foundation 649 Scholarship
Deadline to Apply: March 1, 2026 - Amount of Scholarship: $4,000 over 4 years
Foundation 649 is a nonprofit that provides scholarships to Asian American and Pacific Islander students. We’re currently accepting applications for our 2025 scholarship to graduating Asian American/Pacific Islander high schoolers (4 awards of $1,000 USD over 4 years). This is our sixth year sponsoring the scholarship, and we would love for your seniors to apply! I’m including links to social media posts and a flyer you can share, and you can find more info about the scholarship, including previous winners and requirements, at www.foundation649.com.
Waccamaw Community Foundation Scholarships
Deadline: March 2, 2026 Award Amount: Varies
THE 2025 COMPETITIVE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM OPENS WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2025 AND RUNS THROUGH MONDAY MARCH 3, 2025.
PLEASE CONTACT JEAN ANN BRAKEFIELD AT 843-357-4483 OR jeanann@mywcf.org FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING THE 2025 COMPETITIVE SCHOLARSHIP CYCLE.
Please only click to apply to the scholarships that you are qualified for. Read the full criteria before choosing a scholarship. You may apply to more than one opportunity.
Applications MUST be completed online via the web-based Scholarship Portal.
Waccamaw Community Foundation Scholarships which include the following:
Georgetown County Technical College Scholarship
Boone Foundation Scholarship
The Edsel J. “Coupe” DeVille Memorial Scholarship
John M. Draughn and Trena B. Draughn Scholarship
Thomas W. Jones Memorial Scholarship
Felix and Juanita Rhue Scholarship
Charles W. Snoddy Hospitality Scholarship
Sue’s Hope Scholarship
The Sun News Educational Foundation
Mildred E. Swatko Memorial Scholarship
Yes You Can Scholarship
CLICK HERE to apply: waccamawcf.org/scholarship-opportunities/#scholarship-boone
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union and Horry Telephone Cooperative, Inc. (HTC) -
Deadline: March 2, 2026- Amount of Scholarship - 2 (Two) $5,000 awards
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union and Horry Telephone Cooperative, Inc. (HTC) have partnered to offer two scholarship awards to local graduating high school seniors who wish to continue their education at either Coastal Carolina University (CCU) or Francis Marion University (FMU). Two $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to rising college freshmen seeking a four-year degree from CCU or FMU. APPLY BELOW
Apply here: https://info.carolinatrust.org/key-scholarship
Erskine College Presidential Scholarship Competition
Deadline: March 5, 2026-Amount of scholarship $25,000 (must be an admitted student by March 5, 2026)
Each year, Erskine College hosts a scholarship competition for high-performing high school students to compete for Erskine's top academic scholarship—The Presidential Scholarship—and on March 20th–21st, 2026, your students with a 3.5+ unweighted GPA can be eligible to compete.
The Presidential Scholarship is a four-year, full-tuition, room & board scholarship that will be offered to the top two competitors. Two additional students will receive The Soloman Scholarship, a full-tuition award for our runners-up. And because we believe every student invited to this competition has something meaningful to contribute to Erskine's community, all competitors will receive a $25,000 renewable merit scholarship, covering over half of the total cost of attendance.
Our invitation-only competition will take place on Friday, March 20th, and will include a series of individual and group interviews, coupled with a team dynamics activity and a timed essay. These activities are designed to help us get to know your students, their strengths, and the unique perspective each brings.
This event is a fantastic opportunity for your students to both compete for a valuable scholarship and experience college campus life for themselves, as they will be hosted overnight by our current students.
To be invited, your students must apply to Erskine College and be admitted by March 5th, 2026. They must also have a 3.5+ unweighted GPA. Qualifying students will receive a formal invitation in the mail.
Interested students can apply at https://apply.erskine.edu to apply.
The SC Education Association Retired Scholarship (SCEAR)
Deadline: March 6, 2026-Amount of scholarship $1,000
This scholarship is designed to help enable promising young people to pursue a 4-year degree in education at a SACS accredited college or university. The award is $1000. This application and all required components must be postmarked no later than March 6, 2026 in order to meet the application deadline. If you have any questions please contact Marilyn Montgomery , 803-582-9438/ montgomerymarilyn21@gmail.com
You may pick up you application from Mrs. Meehan in the main building
Horry County schools Teacher Scholarship
Deadline: March 9, 2026-Amount of scholarship $1000-2500
The HCS Teacher Forum is once again sponsoring the Horry County Schools Teacher Scholarship. The purpose of this award is to recognize and support our outstanding seniors who choose to enter the field of professional education. Although award amounts may vary, last year we awarded one $2,500, one $1,000 and four $500 scholarships. We hope to be able to match or exceed these awards this year.
Please share the link below with any of your seniors who have expressed a desire to pursue a career in education. Every application will be assessed, and a pool of finalists will be invited to participate in an interview with members of the Teacher Forum.
Please click 2026 Teacher Scholarship Application
PLEASE NOTE: Application will go LIVE on Friday, February 6th at 8 am. Deadline for entry is Monday, March 9th at 5 pm.
If you or your students have any questions about the application process, please contact Joey Hernandez (yhernandez@horrycountyschools.net or JoLyn Prochaska (jprochaska@horrycountyschools.net).
Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships
Deadline: March 13, 2026
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:
—Extracurricular activities (school and community related)
—Honors and awards that you have received (if possible, include awards that are technology related)
—Work experience
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.
—In no more than 500 words, describe how you plan to engage in the technology industry in your future career. (If you have done exemplary work using technology during high school, please describe that also.)
—In no more than 250 words, demonstrate your financial need for this scholarship.
All materials MUST be submitted through the online application link below.
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarships/blacks-at-microsoft-scholarship
Bobby Chapman Scholarship
Deadline: March 13, 2026-Amount of Scholarship $1500.00
• The Bobby Chapman Scholarship is to be awarded to a student who is a graduate (or soon will be) of a secondary school in the Southeastern United States and/or participated in a prior Bobby Chapman Invitational. The Bobby Chapman Scholarship will be awarded each year on or before May 15.
• The student recipient may or may not be a golfer.
• The student recipient must be accepted to matriculate as a full-time student in an accredited college or university offering academic programs leading to the baccalaureate degree.
• The student recipient must have the unqualified recommendation of his/her guidance counselor or principal. The Scholarship Committee will only accept FIVE applications per high school. Please note that these five (5) applications will be reviewed by The Spartanburg County Foundation’s Scholarship Committee along with other applications submitted from high schools across the region.
• The student recipient is to be a person of good character, a person with demonstrated leadership capacity, a person who has acceptable academic promise and a person who promises to make a positive contribution as a mature citizen.
• The student recipient will be expected to maintain a scholastic performance level that advances him/her to graduation. This is understood to be a grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale.
The Bobby Chapman Junior Golf Foundation Scholarship Program will select ten (10) scholarship recipients per year out of all completed applications received. The scholarship can be renewed annually for four years of the college experience in the amount of $1,500 per year. To renew the scholarship, the recipient is responsible for submitting college transcripts and scholarship information to The Spartanburg County Foundation each year. They can send transcripts and email message to include scholarship name, college/university attending, and student ID number to cfernandez@spcf.org.
Applications and all required supporting information must be sent by the high school guidance office to guarantee consideration. Applications without a guidance counselor submitting Part II on page 6 will not be considered.
You may pick up your application from Mrs. Meehan in the main building.
Applications must be returned to Mrs. Meehan in the main office no later that March 13, 2026 by 3pm. Late submissions will not be accepted.
South Carolina State Fair Scholarship
Deadline: March 15, 2026-Amount of scholarship varies
I. Eligibility:
A. Applicant must be a full time resident of South Carolina and a senior in a public or private high school or home school in South Carolina.
B. Applicant must complete the online application form in its entirety.
C. Applicant must attach a current photograph (preferably a senior class photo).
D. Applicant must attend a public or private college, university, or technical college in the state of South Carolina.
II. Award:
A. Applicant will be judged based on need, academic and extra-curricular achievement, communication skills, and on aptitude for completion of application.
B. Scholarship will be paid directly to the treasurer’s office of the college or university attended.
C. Fifty-Two (52) $10,000 scholarships will be awarded to students across the state to be paid at the rate of $2,500 per year over a four-year period. Students pursuing two-year degrees will receive $2,500 per year over the two year period.
D. One (1) $10,000 scholarship will be awarded to a Circle K employee or dependent to be paid at the rate of $2,500 per year over a four-year period. Students pursuing two-year degrees will receive $2,500 per year over the two year period.
The selected fifty-three (53) 2025 scholars will be required to meet eligibility requirements deemed necessary by the South Carolina State Fair to renew their scholarships each year. Click link to apply: https://www.scstatefair.org/scholarship-requirements/
HCHEC Scholarship for Undergraduate Students
Deadline: March 15, 2026-Amount of scholarship $2,500
Horry County Higher Education Commission awards scholarships annually to Horry County high school graduates who plan to attend Coastal Carolina University as new students or transfer students from Horry Georgetown Technical College. Multiple recipients may be selected to represent all Colleges at CCU. Recipients of this scholarship must be enrolled full-time at Coastal Carolina University.
Scholarship Requirements:
New students must achieve a minimum 3.0 high school GPA through the junior year; transfer students must achieve a minimum 3.0 collegiate GPA.
Be a Horry County resident and have graduated from a Horry County high school 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 the published deadline;
Upload a brief essay (typed) or a video URL link describing the student’s academic goals, career plans post-graduation, and intent to study in their chosen major at Coastal Carolina University. Students should also include any particular achievements related to their area of study. Essays should be no more than 500 words. Videos should be limited to 2-3 minutes.
Upload a letter of recommendation from a high school principal, teacher, coach, academic advisor, instructor, or guidance counselor.
Award Amount: $2,500 annually for up to four years or eight semesters for new students and two years or four semesters for transfer students (renewal criteria must be met annually).
To apply, students may follow the steps below:
Visit our Online Scholarship Application by clicking “Apply Here!” at https://www.coastal.edu/admissionsaid/scholarships/hchecscholarships/
Set up their password using their email address from the admissions application (if they have not paid the enrollment deposit) or their CCU email address (if they have paid their deposit)
Fill out the application. They will be matched to up to 244 scholarships from both our Coastal Educational Foundation and the Horry County Higher Education Commission.
Complete any follow up items by March 15th, 2026!
HCHEC Perseverance Scholarship
Deadline: March 15, 2026-Amount of scholarship $2,500
This scholarship is awarded annually to Horry County high school graduates who plan to attend Coastal Carolina University and who have persevered through hardship and/or adversity.
Scholarship Requirements:
Achieve a minimum 3.0 high school GPA through the junior year;
Be a Horry County resident and have graduated from a Horry County high school 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 the published deadline;
Upload a brief essay (typed) or a video URL link describing a hardship and/or adversity you have endured and how that has impacted your life and your ability to further your education. Essays should be no more than 500 words. Videos should be limited to 2-3 minutes.
Submit a letter of recommendation from your employer, high school principal, teacher, coach, or guidance counselor.
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.
To apply, students may follow the steps below:
Visit our Online Scholarship Application by clicking “Apply Here!” at https://www.coastal.edu/admissionsaid/scholarships/hchecscholarships/
Set up their password using their email address from the admissions application (if they have not paid the enrollment deposit) or their CCU email address (if they have paid their deposit)
Fill out the application. They will be matched to up to 244 scholarships from both our Coastal Educational Foundation and the Horry County Higher Education Commission.
Complete any follow up items by March 15th, 2026!
Erskine Presidential Scholarship
Deadline: March 20, 2026-Amount varies
Scholarship Awards:
All Presidential Scholarship competitors will win one of the following awards:
The Presidential Scholarship: a four-year, full-tuition, room and board award offered to the top two competitors.
The Soloman Scholarship: a four-year, full-tuition award offered to the first two runners-up.
A $25,000 renewable merit scholarship is awarded to all competitors, covering over half of the total cost to attend Erskine.
Competition Details:
Our competition takes place on Friday, March 20, and includes a series of interviews—both in individual and group settings—coupled with a group activity and a timed essay. These activities are designed to help us get to know your students, their strengths, and the unique perspective each brings. This event is a fantastic opportunity for your students to both compete for a valuable scholarship and experience college campus life for themselves, as they will be hosted overnight by our current students and return home on Saturday, March 21.
How to Qualify:
To be invited, your students must:
Be a graduating senior
Apply to Erskine College and be admitted by March 5th, 2026—just one month away
Have a 3.5+ unweighted GPA
Qualifying students will receive a formal invitation both in the mail and in their email inbox. If this contest interests your students, they may apply at https://apply.erskine.edu
Mary Atmar Johnson Scholarship
Deadline: March 23, 2026-Amount of scholarship (4) $1,000
The Mary Atmar Johnson Scholarship was established to honor one of Tidelands Community Hospice’s founders and to perpetuate the cycle of caring and commitment to the communities it serves. “Mamar” served on the original committee to bring hospice care to Georgetown. Thanks to her and other community members’ grassroots efforts Tidelands Community Hospice, formerly Hospice of Georgetown, was granted licensure in March 1985 as one of the first not-for-profit hospices in South Carolina.
Each year, Tidelands Community Hospice Foundation awards four (4) $1,000 scholarships to four (4) recipients who are or will be pursuing a career in Nursing or Social Work. The 2026 Scholarship cycle runs from Monday, January 19 till 4:00 pm, through March 23rd. Scholarship winners will be announced at the end of April. Please contact Barriedel Llorens, Foundation Director at 843-520-7714 for more information or questions.
https://www.tidelandshospice.org/scholarship
The American Legion Legacy Scholarship
Deadline: March 25, 2026 - Award Amount: Varies ($20,000/$5,000)
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. The 2025-26 tuition is capped at $28,937.09 which is the maximum amount the VA will pay out per academic year. https://www.va.gov/education/benefit-rates/post-9-11-gi-bill-rates/#how-much-of-the-full-benefit-r
Who is eligible? Children, adopted child or stepchild of U.S. military members who died while on active duty on or after Sept. 11, 2001. Children, adopted child or stepchild 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
CLICK LINK BELOW TO APPLY
www.legion.org/get-involved/scholarships/the-american-legion-legacy-scholarship
Congressional Black Caucus Scholarship -
Deadline: March 27, 2026 - Amount of Scholarship - Multiple
For more than three decades the CBCF in partnership with CBC Spouses has awarded scholarships to talented and deserving students. Each year, we award more than 300 scholarships to students that demonstrate leadership ability through exemplary community service and academic talent. Our scholarship programs support current or upcoming college students across a variety of disciplines.
APPLY BELOW
https://www.cbcfinc.org/programs/scholarships/
St. Andrew Catholic School Alumni Scholarship
Deadline: March 27, 2026-Amount of scholarship $1,000
The graduate must be an alumnus of St. Andrew Catholic School, hold a 3.25 cumulative GPA, and provide recommendations from a current teacher, a St. Andrew staff member from their time at St. Andrew, and their current Pastor. The applicant must also write an essay. The attached Google link provides all information for requirements and the application.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB_UWlaMbSp3yl7pfwUjpvmK4yskTXJLsZmo94sWHw9mvj6Q/viewform
Tallo's Scholarships
Deadline to Apply: March 31, 2026
So many families faced hardships over the past year and Tallo wanted to do something to help a student who was impacted financially by the pandemic, so we’ve officially launched Tallo’s $10,000 Scholarship to help a high school senior who is planning to pursue higher education in Fall 2025. This is a needs-based scholarship, with special consideration given to students who have experienced hardships during the pandemic that may inhibit their ability to afford college.
If any students you know might be a good fit for this scholarship, they can find additional details about the scholarship and apply here, or share the news with our press release here.
Apply here: https://tallo.com/10k-scholarship/
Beyond the Cure Ambassador Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2026-Amount of scholarship-$3,500-58 awards
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be accepted into a post-secondary school for the fall semester of upcoming academic year.
B) Be a childhood cancer survivor under the age of 25 and diagnosed before the age of 18 with cancer or a high grade or anaplastic brain tumor.
Applications can be found by going to:
FBi Construction Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2026-Amount of scholarship $1,000
FBi Construction created a scholarship fund at ECCF in 2017 to encourage students to enter the construction industry. This interest stems from a strong belief in education and a commitment to improve the quality of life where they do business. This scholarship funding will improve the talent pool which maintains FBi’s commitment to excellence.
Eligibility: 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. Applicants must be from Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Georgetown, Horry, Marion, Marlboro, or Williamsburg County - AND - are pursuing a career in a construction related industry. To apply: https://www.cognitoforms.com/ECCF1/ECCFScholarshipApplication
Jason Vance Chatlosh Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2026-Amount of scholarship $1,000
The scholarship will keep Jason’s swimming goals and dreams alive while helping students pursue their own college swimming and academic goals.
Eligibility: Graduating senior from a high school in the following counties: Sumter, Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Georgetown, Horry, Marion, Marlboro, or Williamsburg - AND - swim at the college level on a college team
To apply: https://www.cognitoforms.com/ECCF1/ECCFScholarshipApplication
The Michelle Yolanda Glenn Carey Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2026-Amount of scholarship $1,000
This fund provides a scholarship to a graduating Pee Dee area high school senior who plans to major in education and teach at the elementary level. The fund was established in memory of Michelle Yolanda Glenn Carey who dedicated twenty years to the teaching of kindergarten students at Theodore Lester Elementary School in Florence, South Carolina.
Eligibility: Graduating senior from a high school in the following counties: Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Georgetown, Horry, Marion, Marlboro, or Williamsburg - AND - a goal to pursue a degree in elementary education and teach in an elementary school. To apply: https://www.cognitoforms.com/ECCF1/ECCFScholarshipApplication
The Democratic Women's Council of Horry County Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2026-Amount of scholarship $3,000
The Democratic Women’s Council of Horry County is proud to announce our 2026 Scholarship. This is the 19th year of awarding scholarships to graduating Horry County high school seniors. Since 2007, we have awarded more than $40,000 in scholarships.
Three scholarships totaling $3,000 will be awarded to Horry County high school seniors for the best responses to the following questions:
1. Describe a political issue facing the U.S. today that is of significant concern to you. Why?
2. How have your personal political values influenced or informed your stance on this issue?
3. How do you see yourself advocating for this issue in the future
Click the link to apply : https://www.dwchc.com/scholarship
The deadline to apply is March 31, 2026
The Ezra Lawson Foundation
DEADLINE: March 31, 2026-Amount of scholarship $750.00
Ezra Lawson was a member of the Class of 2021 at Socastee High School. His uplifting spirit and personality brought a smile to every person he knew. His passion for God, his family and friends, and the United States Air Force was truly inspiring. He tragically lost his life in a car accident on May 8th, 2022. Ezra’s family and friends organized a 3 on 3 basketball tournament last summer to honor him. The funds raised from the tournament will be used to award a memorial scholarship to HCS seniors who have been involved with athletics, clubs and activities, and/or worked outside of school. Scholarship Amount: (two) $750 (one time) award Due Date: March 31st, 2026
Application: https://ezralawsonfoundation.com/scholarship
Beach Ball Classic Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2026-Amount of scholarship $1,000
Since 1984, the Scholarship Fund has contributed over $300,000 in college scholarships to over 300 deserving high school seniors in Horry County. Each year one student from each high school in Horry County will be awarded the annual scholarship. This scholarship would not be possible without the generous support from Bolton & Menk Inc., (formerly DDC Engineers).
The Scholarship Program of the Beach Ball Classic will award for the 2025 -2026 school year a minimum of (9) $1,000.00 college scholarships to outstanding high school athletes as designated below.
BBC Scholarship Guidelines:
1. Each scholarship recipient must be an outstanding student-athlete in one or more sports for one of the following Horry County Schools: Aynor High, Carolina Forest High, Conway High, Green Sea Floyds High, Loris High, Myrtle Beach High, North Myrtle Beach High, Socastee High or St. James High. Further, the scholarship awards will be based on financial need, scholastic achievement, intellectual ability, and participation in co-curricular school activities, in addition to athletics, and the recommendation of a school staff member.
2. Selection of recipients is to be made without discrimination as to race, sex, creed, or country of origin.
3. Recipients shall be selected by the committee under procedures established by them from the students in the current senior class, whether they be end-of-the-year or summer graduates.
4. Scholarship applicants may be interviewed by the committee if the committee deems an interview helpful in the selection process.
5. Recipients may attend a college of their choice.
6. The full scholarship money of $1,000 will be paid at the beginning of the academic year to the college or university and disbursed to and for the account of the recipient.
7. Application forms are to be made available in each high school. All completed applications are to be submitted online by March 31, 2026.
8. Awards will be announced within a month of the deadline for submitting applications.
9. Incomplete applications will not be scored.
10. Scholarship recipients must attend college in the Fall after high school graduation or the award may be forfeited.
To apply, please complete information at the following link. https://forms.gle/jWamGSdQLE84aZ5T7
Brower Youth Award
Deadline: March 31, 2026-Amount of scholarship $3,000
Earth Island Institute established the Brower Youth Awards for Environmental Leadership in 2000. We recognize the outstanding leadership efforts of young people with this annual, prestigious award.
Eligibility
Eligibility
Youth environmental change leaders ages 13 to 22 (as of the application deadline) living in North America (including Mexico, Canada, and U.S. territories) are encouraged to apply. The link to the application is at the bottom of this page. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram for updates.
Award Details
Award Details
Recipients receive a $3,000 cash prize, a short film produced about their work, a trip to participate in leadership development activities, flight, meals, and lodging accommodations.
Post-event, Brower Youth Award winners join a wide network of over a hundred youth leaders across the world making a difference globally.
Application Process
Application Process
All applications must be completed and submitted online. Please notify us well in advance of the deadline if you foresee any problems with submitting an online application.
You must complete your own application. Parents, friends, mentors, and teachers cannot complete it for you.
Need help or have questions on your application? Email us at bya@earthisland.org. Applications submitted after the deadline due to technical issues will not be accepted.
In addition to meeting award eligibility requirements and following all instructions to complete the online application, each applicant must submit:
a photograph of yourself
if you are a semifinalist, you will be asked for a letter of support from someone who is familiar with you and your environmental work (cannot be from a parent or guardian)
Please contact us well in advance of the deadline for support with the submission of your application or clarifying questions by emailing bya@earthisland.org. Applications submitted after the deadline due to technical issues will not be accepted.
We review all applications and a panel of judges vets all semi-finalists. If you are selected as a semi-finalist, we will request a video call with you, along with the letter of support from your recommender. All Brower Youth Award applicants will be notified of their status.
How to Apply:
Expired:
SCAEP Scholarship
Deadline: March 7, 2025- Amount of scholarship $1,000
The South Carolina Association of extension Administrative Professionals is offering a $1,000 scholarship.
Scholarship Guidelines:
Must be pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in the Administrative Office Technology, Accounting, Business Management, or Business Administrative Field.
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Must be a South Carolina Resident.
Application and Details here: https://blogs.clemson.edu/scaeap/scholarship/
Nina Neely Scholarship
Deadline: March 10 2025-Amount of scholarship varies
Essay Topic: The Importance of Mental Health Awareness
All essays must be completed and postmarked on or before March 10, 2025.
Mail to: Reformed Universal Masonic Brotherhood and OES, Inc.
P.O. Box 2489, Camden, SC 29020
Scholarship Sponsor: Reformed Universal Masonic Brotherhood and Order of the Eastern Star, Inc.
See Mrs. Meehan in the main office for application
S-STEM CARES @ CCU Engineering Scholarship
Deadline: March 15, 2025 - Amount of Scholarship: Up to $15,000
S-STEM Cares @ CCU Engineering Scholarship program aims to support high-achieving, low-income undergraduate engineering science majors with demonstrated financial need. The S-STEM CARES program will provide a renewable, last-dollar scholarship (up to $15,000 after all other grants and scholarships have been taken into account) to *eligible incoming first-year students who have applied to CCU for Fall 2025 and are majoring in Engineering Science through graduation (up to eight semesters of support). The application deadline is March 15, 2025.
Click here to apply for S-STEM Cares Scholarship
George K. Robinson Youth Achievement Award
Deadline: March 31, 2025-Amount of scholarship $2,500
Gamma Lambda Boulé of Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity is seeking deserving African American male high school seniors who reside in Charleston, Dorchester, Horry, or Berkeley County to be recognized for their achievements in the areas of community service, leadership, academic achievement and/or athletic accomplishments. Each honoree will receive a one-time award of $2,500 given directly to the honoree upon proof of enrollment at an institution of higher education.
Please include the following documents with your completed application:
1) A resume that includes your community service, leadership, academic achievement and/or athletic accomplishments.
2) High school transcript that includes first semester of senior year.
3) A signed letter of recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor or administrator from your current school.
4) A 250-500 word essay (Times New Roman, 12 point font, double spaced) about what you have done to exemplify excellence through community service and how you plan to make an impact through service in the future. Please include your name on your essay.
Applications should be emailed to gkrobinsonaward@gmail.com in PDF format. Applications must be submitted on or before Monday, March 31, 2025 at 11:59pm
You can pick up your application from Mrs. Meehan's office in the main building.
HOUSE OF BLUES MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
DEADLINE: March 31, 2025
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.
2025 Whittemore Alumni Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2025-Amount of scholarship $1,000
The Whittemore Alumni Association Scholarship is awarded each year to graduating seniors who are descendants of Whittemore High School alumni. Students planning to enter an accredited college or university are eligible to apply. The scholarship award is $1,000 for the first year and is non-renewable.
Applicant Criteria
Applicants for the 2025 Whittemore Alumni Association Scholarship must meet the following scholastic and extracurricular criteria to apply:
1. Applicants must be a 2025 senior graduating from an accredited high school.
2. Applicants must be a descendant of a Whittemore High School alumni.
3. Applicants must be enrolled full time in an accredited college/university
4. Applicants must possess a competitive Grade Point Average (GPA) minimum of 3.00 or higher at the time of submission (based on a weighted grading scale).
5. Applicants should demonstrate strong involvement in both school and community activities leadership and/or volunteer capacities.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: To be considered, applicants must submit two letters of recommendation, the Scholarship application and have a school counselor submit a copy of your official transcript directly from the school to the association by March 31, 2025. Please submit all documents to whittemorealums.1870@gmail.com by 11:59 pm on March 31, 2025. Please see Mrs. Meehan in the main office for scholarship application.
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