Scholarships/Other Aid
Dizzy Gillespie Scholarship Fund, Incorporated
This scholarship is awarded to a graduating high school senior or junior, planning to attend a four year college or other institution of higher learning. Also, students enrolled at Northeastern Technical College may apply for this scholarship. The applicant must demonstrate exemplary qualities of scholarship, citizenship, and service to his/her school, church, and community. The application deadline is March 1st of each year. Applications received after March 1 will not be considered. Additional instructions are located on the scholarship application.
Dizzy Gillespie Scholarship Fund, Incorporated
McLeod Health Scholarship Fund
McLeod Health wants to assist students in attaining their healthcare career goals. The purpose of the McLeod Health Scholarship Program is to provide financial assistance to students who have been accepted into an approved program of study in an identified healthcare employment area of need. The scholarships available are for tuition only with amounts varying with respect to the area of study. We are recruiting motivated students whose core values align with those of McLeod to work at one of our eight locations following the completion of their academic program.
The open application period is March 1– April 30 for internal and external students, with scholarships awarded in the Fall
McLeod Health Scholarship Fund
FBi Construction Scholarship at Eastern Carolina Community Foundation
FBi Construction will provide scholarships in the amount of $1,000 to students entering a course of study in the construction industries field with the goal of finding employment in a career allied with the construction industry. Some of the eligible career choices include construction management, civil engineering, architecture and accounting. The following students are encouraged to apply for this scholarship:
- Graduating high school seniors
- Returning post-secondary students at a technical school, college or university
- Someone continuing education after time spent in the workforce
Qualifications:
- Reside in one of the following counties: Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Georgetown. Horry, Marion, Marlboro, or Williamsburg.
- Be accepted at an accredited institution of higher education.
- Desire to pursue a degree or professional certificate in a construction related industry.
- Demonstrate financial need. The applicant's FAFSA score is required.
- GPA must be a 2.0 or better.
The application deadline is March 31st of each year. Additional information and the application process is located on the application.
FBi Construction Scholarship at Eastern Carolina Community Foundation Application
Graham Memorial Fund
The Graham Memorial Fund was created in 1954. Mrs. Ella Stanton bequeathed a vast majority of her personal property to a "fund" and devoted the annual income thereof to charitable purposes such as providing for the education of needy and deserving boys and girls of Marlboro County.
Eligibility criteria includes, but is not limited to the following:
- Must be a resident of Marlboro County
- Must be a high school graduate
Your completed application must be mailed to the Fund Administrative Committee before May 31st of each year. Also, you must provide at least the following information with your application:
- Financial circumstances of the student and his/her immediate family
- High school transcript showing past academic performance
- Two references
Applicants will be notified by letter of the decision.
George Rogers Foundation of the Carolinas, Inc. Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a resident of North or South Carolina
- Must be a high school senior accepted to a post-secondary institution as a full-time or part-time student for fall or already in college
- Must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least a 2.5
- Must provide a copy of official high school transcript with application
- Must provide college registration and admission documentation
- Must submit at least one (1) letter of recommendation from your high school/college faculty or counselor, employer or church leader.
The application deadline is May 15th of each year. For additional information or to apply for this scholarship, please visit the George Rogers Foundation's website at www.georgerogersfoundation.org.
Government Finance Officers Association Scholarship
The Government Finance Officers Association of South Carolina offers the following scholarships:
- Willa Bellamy Scholarship - $1500 - Must attend a public four-year college or university.
- The Founding Fathers Scholarship - $1000 - Must attend a public two-year college or university.
- Katherine Zook Certification Program Scholarship - Must be a GFOASC member seeking to further his/her professional development by taking part in the Government Finance Officers Certification Program.
For more information, including deadline dates, application and complete eligibility requirements, visit www.gfoasc.org.
FUMC Scholarships
The First United Methodist Church annually awards eight scholarships to local high school seniors or graduates enrolled in accredited two or four year schools.The award amounts range in value from $200 to $1500. The application process must be completed by April 15th of each year. For additional information and scholarship application, visit First United Methodist's website at www.cherawfirstumc.org and click the resources tab.
A & F Scholarships
Abbott & Fenner offers a scholarship to help those who have the desire and ambition to succeed. The A & F scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution. For additional information, visit Abbott and Fenner Business Consultants website at www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm.
South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation
Financial assistance is available for South Carolina residents who have physical or mental disabilities that limit vocational opportunities. Award amounts are based on financial need and are awarded by the Vocational Rehabilitation Center. Apply at the nearest Vocational Rehabilitation Office in Bennettsville, Dillon or Lancaster.
Etta Gray Memorial Scholarship
The Hipp family, in honor of the beloved Etta Gray, has established a scholarship program to assist students who have permanent residence in Upstate South Carolina and are pursuing a technical certification such as Computer Technology, Information Systems, Information Technology, Networking, and PC Programming. Eligibility requirements include the following:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Students must have permanent residence in Upstate South Carolina.
- Students must be enrolled in an institution that offers technical certification in Upstate South Carolina.
- Students must provide validation of progress toward completion of the certificate.
- Students must have an unmet financial need verified by their institution's financial aid officer.
- Candidates must have at least a 2.5 GPA and submit an autobiographical essay for full consideration
The Etta Gray Memorial Scholarship Program provides annual scholarships of up to $5,000 per scholarship, based on need, to assist students attending target technical colleges in Upstate South Carolina. Students who qualify for the Etta Gray Memorial Scholarship must attend Northeastern Technical College, Tri-County Technical College, Greenville Technical College, York Technical College, or Spartanburg Methodist College. The deadline to apply for the Etta Gray Memorial Scholarship is October 31st of each year. Visit the UNCF's website for additional information and/or to apply.
Rotary Club of Cheraw Scholarships
High school seniors from Chesterfield County are encourage to apply. Deadline to apply is April 20th.
Rotary Club of Cheraw Scholarship Application
Point Foundation Community College Scholarship
The Point Community College Program inspires LGBTQ community college students to fulfill their ambitions of attending a four-year college or university. The scholarship application opens on March 1st. The deadline to submit your application is April 30th.
What you will receive:
- $3,700 financial award
- Access to Point Foundation network of LGBTQ scholars and alumni
- Opportunity to attend the Point Community College Transfer Symposium in Los Angeles
To Be Eligible:
- Students must be enrolled in their final year at an accredited community college in the U.S. in the fall of 2017 for the full academic year.
- Students must be "out" as a person who identifies as a member of the LGBTQ community.
- Students must submit an application online. The application opens on March 1st of each year.
For additional information and current application information, please visit www.pointfoundation.org/communitycollege.
Wells Fargo - Veterans Scholarship Program
Wells Fargo offers a scholarship to help veterans cover unmet financial need after military benefits and other grants and scholarships have been utilized. Scholarships are awarded up to $7,000 per year and it is renewable.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Be an honorably discharged veteran of the United States military, or the spouse of a disabled veteran.
- Be a high school or GED graduate, or a student currently enrolled in full-time undergraduate or graduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school.
- Have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent.
The deadline to apply is February 28th of each year. For additional information, visit https://ScholarshipAmerica.org/WellsFargoVets.
Wells Fargo - Veterans Emergency Grant Program
Through the Wells Fargo Emergency Grant Program:
- Immediate, small grants are available to eligible veterans who are enrolled in postsecondary education and experience unexpected financial difficulities that might cause them to drop out of school.
- Grants are available for a one-time distribution up to $1,000 based ib tge cost of the emergency need.
- Grants are available on an ongoing basis while funds are available.
For additional information, visit https://ScholarshipAmerica.org/WellsFargoVets.
T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® SOUTH CAROLINA
T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® SOUTH CAROLINA provides scholarships for teachers, directors, owners, and family/group providers working in childcare to complete coursework in early childhood education. For additional information and to apply, please visit their website.
Huggable Supermom Scholarship
Bold.org is awarding $2,000 in scholarship funding to undergraduate and graduate students whose lives have been impacted by single moms, or who are single moms themselves. The Huggable Supermom Scholarship was created to make it a little easier for single moms and their loved ones. All GPAs will be considered. We are thrilled to help single moms and those who support them!
For additional information, visit https://bold.org/scholarships/huggable-supermom-scholarship-college-award/
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