Information about college scholarships and financial aid opportunities that comes to the Hartsville High School Guidance Department is published in a Scholarship Newsletter each month. This information is delivered to all seniors during their advisory period each month. It is the responsibility of the student to share this information with parents and guardians.
2018 Journalism Contest “Inclusion Drives Innovation” Sponsored by SC Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities
Who: Seniors
Criteria: The student must write an article addressing the theme: “Inclusion Drives Innovation.” A FAFSA must be submitted as well.
Amount: Tuition and fees
How to Apply: A copy of the rules should be picked up from the School Counseling office.
Deadline: February 1, 2018
College Application Month Scholarship Drawing
Who: Seniors
Criteria: Complete the College Application Month Student Survey.
Amount: $529
How to Apply: Visit and complete the Student Survey.
Deadline: December 15, 2017
2018 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Who: Seniors
Criteria:
- demonstrate at school, at the workplace, and within the community the attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship;
- demonstrate strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent);
- be citizens of the United States of America;
- be current high school seniors attending high school in the United States (students living on U.S. Armed Forces base and homeschooled students are also eligible); and
- plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study toward a bachelor’s degree at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States for the entire upcoming academic year.
Amount: $10,000 per year for 4 years
How to Apply: Visit reaganfoundation.org/scholarships
Deadline: January 4, 2018
The American Legion “A Constitution Speech Contest”
Who: High School Students
Criteria: Contestants shall present a prepared oration of not less than 8 or more than 10 minutes and such oration must be without the aid of notes, and the original effort of each contestant.
Amount: Up to $18,000
How to Apply: Information can be obtained from the School Counseling Office.
Deadline: Post officials must have all materials to the District Commander by January 24, 2018
HonorsGradU Design A Better Future $10,000 Scholarship
Who: Seniors
Criteria: Submit a project-based proposal of how to better your community.
Amount: Up to $10,000
How to Apply: Visit for the complete rules and details.
Deadline: February 11, 2018
Walker Morgan Scholarship
Who: Seniors
Criteria: Minimum GPA of 2.5. Also, the applicant or a direct family member must have been personally affected by an injury of some type.
Amount: $2,500
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: May 31, 2018
National Beta Scholarship
Who: Senior Beta Members
Criteria: Registered with the National Office, academic excellence, demonstrated leadership, commendable character, school and community service, and participation in National Beta activities.
Amount: $1,000 to $15,000
How to Apply: Visit betaclub.org/scholarship
Deadline: January 25, 2018
Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship
Who: Students in Kindergarten through Graduate School
Criteria: Students who are doing work to help stop hunger may apply for the scholarship.
Amount: $5,000
How to Apply: Visit helpstophunger.org.
Deadline: December 5, 2017
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Who: Seniors
Criteria: Cannot be related to a member of the Elks. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.
Amount: $50,000
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: November 30, 2017
AXA Achievement Scholarship
Who: Seniors
Criteria: Demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community, or work-related activities.
Amount: $25,000
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: December 15, 2017
Easton/NFAA Scholarship
Who: High school students who are members of the NFAA or NAA/USA Archery
Criteria: Minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Amount: $5,000
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: December 31, 2017
Harris Poll Scholarship
Who: Students age 13 years or older
Criteria: Have not won a prize in the preceding 90 days and not employees of iGain, its parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, related companies, and its advertising and promotions agencies, and/or the immediate families and/or household members of each of the above. Only one entry per person.
Amount: $1,000
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: December 31, 2017
The Christian Connector
What: A free Christian college information service as well as a $2,500 Christian college scholarship drawing.
Website:
Union Plus Scholarship
Who: High School Students
Criteria: Current and retired members of participating unions, their spouses and their dependent children (as defined by IRS regulations). At least one year of continuous union membership by the applicant, applicant's spouse or parent (if applicant is a dependent). The one year membership minimum must be satisfied by May 31, 2018. This is a competitive scholarship. Applicants are evaluated according to academic ability, social awareness, financial need and appreciation of labor. A GPA of 3.0 or higher is recommended. The required essays can account for up to half your total score. Scholarship applicants are judged by a committee of impartial post-secondary educators.
Amount: $4,000
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: January 31, 2018
ACT Student Champion
Who: Seniors
Criteria: A student who has overcome challenges and can articulate education and career actions. Students must have a compositeACTscore of a 22 on a single test date or a 3.0 or greater on a 4.0 scale. Preference will be given to underrepresented and/or first-generation college students.
Amount: $500
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: December 31, 2017
Drive2Life Contest
Who: High school students
Criteria: Create a script or storyboard for a 30-second public service announcement (PSA) to help prevent speeding.
Amount: Up to $1,000
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: February 2, 2018
Education Matters Scholarship
Who: US residents at least 13 years of age
Criteria: Submit an online short written response for the question: “What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn’t matter, or that college is a waste of time and money?”
Amount: $5,000
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: November 30, 2017
Good Call
Who: Seniors
What: A variety of scholarships listed.
How to Apply: Visit
LendEDU Scholarship
Who: Seniors and full time college students
Criteria: Minimum 2.5 GPA and an essay (which can be found on the website) is required.
Amount: $1,000
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: April 15, 2018
The Secure Optimal Yield Scholarship (SOY)
Who: Seniors who are going to pursue agriculture as a degree area of study at any accredited college or university.
Criteria: GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and must be the child or grandchild of a current ASA (American Soybean Association) member. ACT/SAT scores are considered, as well as an essay, letters of recommendation, and extracurricular activities/leadership skills in agriculture activities. Applicants must achieve a college GPA of 2.5 during their first semester of freshman year to obtain the full scholarship. Student’s parent or grandparent must remain a current member throughout the tenure of the student’s scholarship.
Amount: $2,500 per semester for one year
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: November 20, 2017
Big Sun Scholarship
Who: Seniors
Criteria: Student must currently be involved in a sport either at the high school or in the community.
Amount: $500
How to Apply: Visit An essay is required.
Deadline: June 19, 2018
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Who: Minority seniors
Criteria: Show leadership potential, demonstrate a dedication to community service, present evidence of financial need, and minimum SAT score of 1000 or ACT score of 21.
Amount: Up to $30,000
How to Apply: Visit jackierobinson.org.
Deadline: February 1, 2018
Peck Law Firm Scholarship
Who: Seniors
Criteria: Minimum GPA of 3.0 and seeking a law-related degree.
Amount: $2,000
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: July 1, 2018
ScholarshipExperts.com
Who: For some scholarships, students as young as 13 may compete
What: ScholarshipExperts.com is a free scholarship matching service with a database of over 2.4 million scholarships.
Burger King Scholar
Who: Seniors, Burger King employees, or children of employees
Criteria: Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and a passion for serving the community.
Amount: $1,000
How to Apply: Visit
Deadline: December 15, 2017