University Of South Carolina Columbia

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Columbia, SC

University Website:  www.sc.edu/
Apply Online:  www.sc.edu/apply/index.php

  • Overview: Founded more than 200 years ago in 1801, the university is located in Columbia, the capital of South Carolina. There are 350 bachelor's, master’s and doctoral degrees offered as well as career-enhancing certificates and specialties.
  • Scholarships Offered: State and general university scholarships are available.
  • Athletic division: NCAA Division I
Freshman Admissions Information
Freshman Tuition Information
  • Average Annual Tuition & Fees for SC Resident: $13,000, Non Resident: $36,000.

  • Contact Information
  • Phone Number: 803-777-7700
  • Email Address: admissions-ugrad@sc.edu

  • School Location
    Mailing Address:
    902 Sumter Street Access, Lieber College, Columbia, SC 29208

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    University of South Carolina-Columbia College Scholarships

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    McNair Scholars Award

    University of South Carolina at Columbia

    $22,000 November 15, 2025 See Details

    Description

    The McNair Scholars Award is open to outstanding high school seniors who are invited to compete in a competition at the University of South Carolina, Columbia. You must be a non-resident student, demonstrate excellent grades in a strong high-school curriculum, and have been involved in high school and community leadership in order to qualify...

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    McNair Scholars Award

    University of South Carolina at Columbia

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    $22,000

    deadline

    November 15, 2025
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    Description

    The McNair Scholars Award is open to outstanding high school seniors who are invited to compete in a competition at the University of South Carolina, Columbia. You must be a non-resident student, demonstrate excellent grades in a strong high-school curriculum, and have been involved in high school and community leadership in order to qualify...

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    Carolina Scholars Award

    University of South Carolina at Columbia

    $15,000 November 15, 2025 See Details

    Description

    The Carolina Scholars Award is open to outstanding high school seniors from South Carolina who are invited to compete in a competition at the University of South Carolina, Columbia. You must demonstrate excellent grades in a strong high-school curriculum and have been involved in high school and community leadership in order to qualify for this...

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    Carolina Scholars Award

    University of South Carolina at Columbia

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    $15,000

    deadline

    November 15, 2025
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    Description

    The Carolina Scholars Award is open to outstanding high school seniors from South Carolina who are invited to compete in a competition at the University of South Carolina, Columbia. You must demonstrate excellent grades in a strong high-school curriculum and have been involved in high school and community leadership in order to qualify for this...

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    NRF Next Generation Scholarship

    National Retail Federation

    Up to $25,000 May 28, 2025 See Details

    Description

    The Next Generation Scholarship is available to full - time junior and senior students who are pursuing a course of study or concentration relevant to retail. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be nominated by your school to be eligible for this award.

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    NRF Next Generation Scholarship

    National Retail Federation

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    Up to $25,000

    deadline

    May 28, 2025
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    Description

    The Next Generation Scholarship is available to full - time junior and senior students who are pursuing a course of study or concentration relevant to retail. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be nominated by your school to be eligible for this award.

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    Alumni Scholars Award - University of South Carolina

    University of South Carolina at Columbia

    $8,000 November 15, 2025 See Details

    Description

    The Alumni Scholars Award is open to high school seniors who will attend the University of South Carolina, Columbia. You must have an outstanding academic record and demonstrate leadership and service in order to qualify. Typically, candidates have 1350 SAT/30 ACT scores or higher, rank in the top of their class and have a GPA of at least 3.8.

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    Alumni Scholars Award - University of South Carolina

    University of South Carolina at Columbia

    award

    $8,000

    deadline

    November 15, 2025
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    Description

    The Alumni Scholars Award is open to high school seniors who will attend the University of South Carolina, Columbia. You must have an outstanding academic record and demonstrate leadership and service in order to qualify. Typically, candidates have 1350 SAT/30 ACT scores or higher, rank in the top of their class and have a GPA of at least 3.8.

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    Stamps Foundation Scholarship

    Stamps Family Charitable Foundation, Inc.

    Up to $75,000 Varies See Details

    Description

    The Stamps Foundation Scholarship is available to entering college freshmen. You must be attending a partner school to be considered for this award. Deadlines vary by school.

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    Stamps Foundation Scholarship

    Stamps Family Charitable Foundation, Inc.

    award

    Up to $75,000

    deadline

    Varies
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    Description

    The Stamps Foundation Scholarship is available to entering college freshmen. You must be attending a partner school to be considered for this award. Deadlines vary by school.

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    Trustees' Endowment Scholar Award - University of South Carolina

    University of South Carolina at Columbia

    $5,000 November 15, 2025 See Details

    Description

    The Trustees' Endowment Scholar Award is open to high school seniors who will attend the University of South Carolina, Columbia. You must be a South Carolina resident and demonstrate academic talent and financial need to be eligible for this renewable award.

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    Trustees' Endowment Scholar Award - University of South Carolina

    University of South Carolina at Columbia

    award

    $5,000

    deadline

    November 15, 2025
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    Description

    The Trustees' Endowment Scholar Award is open to high school seniors who will attend the University of South Carolina, Columbia. You must be a South Carolina resident and demonstrate academic talent and financial need to be eligible for this renewable award.

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    Valedictorian Scholar Award - University of South Carolina

    University of South Carolina at Columbia

    $3,000 Varies See Details

    Description

    The Valedictorian Scholar Award is open to high school seniors graduating from South Carolina public or private high schools who will attend the University of South Carolina, Columbia. You must be ranked first in your class to be eligible for this renewable award.

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    Valedictorian Scholar Award - University of South Carolina

    University of South Carolina at Columbia

    award

    $3,000

    deadline

    Varies
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    Description

    The Valedictorian Scholar Award is open to high school seniors graduating from South Carolina public or private high schools who will attend the University of South Carolina, Columbia. You must be ranked first in your class to be eligible for this renewable award.

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    Security Executive Council Scholarship

    Security Executive Council (SEC)

    Up to $2,500 March 10, 2025 See Details

    Description

    The Security Executive Council Scholarship is available to students majoring in fields related to cybersecurity, data science, and intelligence at Kennesaw State University, University of South Carolina, and Mercyhurst University. You must have completed at least 60 credit hours and have a GPA of at least 3.0 to be considered for this award.

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    Security Executive Council Scholarship

    Security Executive Council (SEC)

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    Up to $2,500

    deadline

    March 10, 2025
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    Description

    The Security Executive Council Scholarship is available to students majoring in fields related to cybersecurity, data science, and intelligence at Kennesaw State University, University of South Carolina, and Mercyhurst University. You must have completed at least 60 credit hours and have a GPA of at least 3.0 to be considered for this award.

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    University Scholar Award - University of South Carolina

    University of South Carolina at Columbia

    $2,000 Varies See Details

    Description

    The University Scholar Award is open to entering freshmen who will attend the University of South Carolina, Columbia. Recipients typically have a minimum 27 ACT/1223 SAT score and have excellent grades. Awards are renewable, provided you maintain a B average.

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    University Scholar Award - University of South Carolina

    University of South Carolina at Columbia

    award

    $2,000

    deadline

    Varies
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    Description

    The University Scholar Award is open to entering freshmen who will attend the University of South Carolina, Columbia. Recipients typically have a minimum 27 ACT/1223 SAT score and have excellent grades. Awards are renewable, provided you maintain a B average.

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    Carl Greenberg Memorial Scholarship

    Society of Professional Journalists, Los Angeles Professional Chapter

    $1,500 April 15, 2025 See Details

    Description

    The Carl Greenberg Memorial Scholarship is available to junior, senior, and graduate students who reside or attend school in Los Angeles, Ventura, or Orange county. You must be pursuing a career in investigative or political reporting to be eligible for this award.

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    Carl Greenberg Memorial Scholarship

    Society of Professional Journalists, Los Angeles Professional Chapter

    award

    $1,500

    deadline

    April 15, 2025
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    Description

    The Carl Greenberg Memorial Scholarship is available to junior, senior, and graduate students who reside or attend school in Los Angeles, Ventura, or Orange county. You must be pursuing a career in investigative or political reporting to be eligible for this award.

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