South Carolina Need-based Grant

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant must be enrolled and attending or have completed at the time of grant disbursement a minimum of six credit hours if part-time or 12 credit hours if full-time for the term. Foster care youth may receive the maximum award in addition to Need-based Grant funds specifically for foster care youth; youth must self-identify by May 1. FAFSA is required. Applicant must not owe a refund or repayment on any State or Federal financial aid and not be in default on a Federal student loan; must have never been convicted of any felonies and have not been convicted of any second or subsequent alcohol/drug-related misdemeanor offenses within the past academic year.

How to Apply

Apply directly through the sponsoring organization's official application . Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the December 15, 2026 deadline.

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