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MCHS Scholarships

& Educational Program Opportunities

Please contact Ms. Wicker if you have any questions about the MCHS Scholarships site.

Class of 2026 Remind 101

Click on the link to read instructions on how to sign up for Remind 101. You will receive a text message notifying you when a scholarship opens and you can check back here for more information and links to the applications. Scholarship page is updated as soon as scholarship information is received.

Regional/Local Scholarships

CACRAO Regional Scholarship and Financial Aid Opportunities

Newberry County Association of Educational Office Professionals Scholarship [Deadline: 4/29/2026]

The Newberry County Association of Educational Office Professionals (NCAEOP) is excited to offer a $250 scholarship to a graduating senior from the School District of Newberry County.
Eligibility Requirements:

Applicant must be a graduating high school senior.
Applicant must have a “B” average in high school business courses and/or a “C” average or better in high school.
Applicant must plan to enter a post-high school, accredited institution in the fall term following the granting of the scholarship.
Applicant must be a United States citizen and a resident of Newberry County.

Applicants must:

Complete a NCAEOP Scholarship Application form
Write a one-page biographical sketch on “Why I am Choosing a Career in Business”
Secure a letter of recommendation from a principal, counselor, or other school administrator
Secure a letter of recommendation from a teacher
Secure a letter of recommendation from someone other than an NCAEOP member or family member
Secure an official high school transcript.
Submit these items to the NCAEOP Scholarship Chairman at the address stated on the application form. Application materials must be received by Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Click here to download the application. Complete application with all accompanying materials must be mailed by the student to: NCAEOP Scholarship Committee, ATTN: Vanessa Gresham, 709 Kendall Road, Newberry, SC 29108

Little Mountain Ruritan Scholarship [Deadline: 4/30/2026]

This scholarship is a one time $1,000 scholarship that is awarded to a graduating senior that resides in Newberry County South Carolina, Little Mountain attendance zone. This case award is non-renewable.
Eligibility Requirements:

Current senior at MCHS
Lives in Little Mountain School District and completed grades 1-5 at LME
Grade average of C or above
Extracurricular activities and community involvement

Applicants may or may not be related to a Ruritan Member. Consideration of need will also be considered. Application forms are to be returned to Ms. McAllister in the guidance office. Click here to download the application.

The Stacey E. Cureton Scholarship [Deadline: 4/30/2026]

The Stacey E. Cureton Scholarship is a monetary award of up to $1,000 to one (1) recipient who will be attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) or a Two-Year Technical College.
Eligibility Requirements:

Student in their senior year at Mid-Carolina High School, Newberry high School, or Whitmire Community School
Identify as Black/African American
Be committed to attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) or a Two-year technical college
Have ALL requested documents submitted by the deadline

Click here to view the flyer for application information and instructions. Completed applications and supporting documentation, including official transcript, must be received no later than April 30, 2026, to be considered. Letters of recommendation should be submitted via email directly from the writer with SEC Scholarship in the subject line. Applicant must email all documents to Dr. Quintavis Cureton at qmcureto@gmail.com. The body of your email should include your name, phone number, and mailing address.

The Joye Law Firm Scholarship [Deadline: 5/1/2026]

Joye Law Firm is offering graduating seniors the opportunity to win a college scholarship to help further their education. The scholarship applications are open now until May 1st 2026. Joye Law 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. Selection of the recipients is based on the creative entry, school activities, positions of leadership, special honors and awards, community involvement, academic performance, and professional pursuits.
Eligibility:

Open to all graduating South Carolina high school seniors
Must plan to attend a four-year college or university

Application Components:

Current high school transcript
Bullet-point list of any extracurricular activities or community involvement
Creative entry based on prompts outlined on the Joye Law Firm Scholarship website
Nominate a favorite teacher who has inspired your creativity for a teacher prize
Current photo suitable for publication

Click here to be directed to their website for more information and to apply!

Newberry County Chapter of NAACP Scholarship [Deadline: 5/1/2026]

The Newberry County Chapter of NAACP Scholarship is designed to assist a student who is enrolled or accepted in an accredited institution and would benefit from financial support in the furthering of his or her educational pursuits.
Eligibility Requirements

Be a Newberry County high school senior who has been accepted to a two or four-year accredited college or university for the 2026-2027 school year.
Have a cumulative average of a “C”.
Complete the application form and submit a 1–2-page essay that incorporates your “Career Goals” and “Why You Should Receive the Newberry County Chapter NAACP scholarship”?
Submit two letters of recommendation.
- One from a teacher of the student’s choice
- One from a church or community leader/advisor
Please submit a copy of your college acceptance letter for the 2026-2027 school year.

GENERAL INFORMATION1. Complete the entire application and return it to the following address by MAY 1, 2026.2. Secure recommendations on the forms provided.3. Provide a sealed copy of your official high school transcript including verification of your class rank and GPR/GPA. MAIL it to the following address:Newberry County Chapter of NAACPAttn: Scholarship CommitteeP. O. Box 911Newberry, South Carolina 29108
If you are the recipient of the scholarship, have your college’s registrar’s office notify us in writing that you have been accepted as a full-time student for the 2026-2027 academic school year. Your scholarship check will be sent directly to the school, and you will be notified when it is mailed. Funds will ONLY be sent to the school from which the acceptance letter is included in the packet.
Applications must be postmarked by May 1, 2026. If you want Ms. McAllister to turn this application in for you, it must be in the Guidance office no later than Tuesday, April 28th. Click here to download the application.

George C. Kinard Scholarship [Deadline: 5/6/2026 by 3:00pm]

The George C. Kinard Memorial Scholarship will be offered by MCHS in memory of long-time MCHS Principal George C. Kinard. Applicants must plan to pursue a career in teaching.
Click here to download the application. All applications should be submitted to Ms. McAllister in the guidance office. Application must be returned by 3pm on Wednesday, May 6th.

Lucille P. Hancock [Deadline: 5/6/2026 by 3:00pm]

This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who plans to attend a four-year college or university and major in math or engineering. Please write a one-page composition explaining why you should be the recipient of this scholarship.
Click here to download the flyer. All applications should be submitted to Ms. McAllister in the guidance office. Application must be returned by 3pm on Wednesday, May 6th.

Upsilon Nu Nu Chapter (of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity) Scholarship [Deadline: 5/8/2026]

The Scholarship Committee is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications for the annual scholarship. This year’s amount is $500 and is open to high school seniors at the following high schools: Newberry, Mid Carolina and Whitmire.
Scholarship eligibility requirements are:1. Attend Newberry, Mid Carolina or Whitmire high school.2. Must be a current-year graduating high school senior.3. Must demonstrate leadership potential in the classroom and on campus.4. Must have a GPA of at least 3.0.5. Must have been accepted to attend college in the fall of 2026.
Candidates are to write a 500 word or less essay (2 page maximum) stating why they should be the recipient of the scholarship. The essay should include but is not limited to the following: 1) academic achievement and grade point average on scale used; 2) extra-curricular activities; 3) community services; 4) college acceptance information; and 5) why you deserve the scholarship. In addition, please include your contact information and 2 references who can validate your recommendation.
Click here to view the scholarship announcement. Applications must be submitted by the student to the following email address: upsilonnunukrs@gmail.com and have 2026 scholarship in the subject line. Deadline for submission is May 8, 2026.

Jim Hall Memorial Scholarship [Deadline: 5/10/2026]

The Jim Hall Memorial Scholarship was set up after Coach Jim Hall's retirement from Mid-Carolina High School. He served as a coach, M-C Area Transportation Director, and Study Hall Teacher. The scholarship gives priority to students who played middle school football or varsity football. However, any student athlete may be considered.
Please submit the application by May 10th. Click here to be directed to the online application.

National Scholarships

The Cirkled In "No Sweat" Scholarship [Deadline: 6/30/2026]

The Cirkled In “No Sweat” Scholarship is a $2500 CASH scholarship you can use for any educational purpose, from books to summer camp. In just two steps, you’re in! Apply by signing-up for a Cirkled In account and then complete your portfolio. No GPA or minimum income requirement. Click here for more information and to apply today!

Big Future Scholarships

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