Scholarship Opportunities

Watson-Brown Foundation

The Watson-Brown Foundation has $3000 and $5000 annual scholarships ready for 200 students, just like you! Apply online at www.watson-brown.org/scholarship.  See Mrs. Thompson for more information.

DEADLINE- FEBRUARY 15, 2014

SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes

High school seniors can enter for a chance to win a $1000 scholarship for their education expenses at a college or university.  One winner will be chosen every two weeks from October 25, 2013 through May 9, 2014.  This scholarship is free to enter and eligibility not based on GPA or financial need.  For complete details and to enter, visit https://www.suntrusteducation.com/ScholarshipSweepstakes/index.html.

George W. Jenkins Scholarship

For students interested in attending the University of Miami, the George W. Jenkins Scholarship is a four-year scholarship awarded to students based on academic merit, financial need, and an essay that demonstrates a history of overcoming significant adversity.  The award includes tuition and fees, on-campus room and board, and a $2,050 stipend per semester, totaling more than $55,000 a year.  For more information, see Mrs. Thompson.

DEADLINE- DECEMBER 1, 2013

National Honor Society Scholarship Program

The NHS Scholarship program will award more than $200,000 in scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $13,000 each.  Selection is based on outstanding performance in the four criteria for NHS membership: scholarship, leadership, character, and service.  More information can be found at www.nhs.us/nhsscholarship.

DEADLINE- JANUARY 27, 2014

Kittie Moss Fairey Educational Fund Scholarship

The Kittie M. Fairey Educational Fund offers scholarship aid to deserving students who meet certain academic and financial criteria.  Applicants must have the following criteria: a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; a combined SAT score of 1800 or a composite ACT score of 26; a household adjusted gross income not exceeding $40,000; plans to attend an accredited, four-year college or university in South Carolina.  For more information, see Mrs. Thompson.

DEADLINE- DECEMBER 2, 2013

South Carolina Junior Golf Foundation Scholarship

The South Carolina Junior Golf Foundation offers scholarship aid to deserving students who meet certain academic criteria including a cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale, plans to attend an accredited private or public, four-year college or university in South Carolina, and a competitive or recreational interest in golf.  Applications can be submitted online at www.scholarshipprograms.org.  See Mrs. Thompson for more information.

DEADLINE- DECEMBER 2, 2014

GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship

The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program annually awards roughly 20 college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with $10,000 renewable scholarships – up to $40,000 total per recipient.  For more information, eligibility requirements, and an online application, visit www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships. 

DEADLINE- JANUARY 9, 2014

2013-2014 SportQuest Playing with a Purpose Program

“A unique program that recognizes and rewards the nation’s outstanding Christian Student Athletes.”

Students must meet the following criteria:

-Currently a high school sophomore, junior or senior

-Maintains a minimum ‘C’ grade average or higher

-Currently a varsity level athlete in one or more sports

-A committed follower of Jesus Christ

To apply, visit- www.sportquest.org

DEADLINE- FEBRUARY 1, 2014

Elks National Foundation
The Elks Foundation awards scholarships to 500 high school seniors (range from $4,000 to $60,000)

Applications are available online- www.elks.org/enf/scholars but must be MAILED. See Mrs. Thompson for more information
DEADLINE: DECEMBER 3, 2013

Columbia College Momentum Scholarship
If you are applying to Columbia College, please let Mrs. Thompson know as soon as possible. You may qualify for this prestigious scholarship.

DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 15, 2013

Horatio Alger Association Scholarship

The Horatio Alger Association awards scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 to students who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity.  Students must have at least a 2.0 GPA and require financial assistance to go to college.  Applications are available online at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships. See Mrs. Thompson for more information.

DEADLINE:  OCTOBER 25, 2013

2014 American Legion Oratorical Contest

If you are interested in competing in the National American Legion 76^th Annual High School Oratorical Scholarship Program, please let Mrs. Thompson know as soon as possible. The topic of this year’s competition is “A Constitutional Speech.” State and National winners qualify for scholarships between $400 and $18,000.

DEADLINE: JANUARY 14, 2014