Applying for SCC Scholarships
Scholarships are gifts that do not require repayment. They can be awarded based on various criteria such as academics, your hometown, or program of study. Some scholarships are renewable from year to year. All academic scholarships are administered through the Spartanburg Community College Foundation and the SCC Financial Aid Office. Recipients are selected by the Spartanburg Community College Scholarship Committee (except in the case where an established set of guidelines provides for a special selection committee).
* No Faculty/Staff Inquiries About Dependent Applications
To protect the privacy and integrity of our review process, the Foundation does not accept or respond to inquiries from faculty or staff regarding the status or details of their dependent’s application for assistance. All applicants must communicate directly with the Foundation, and all decisions are shared only with the applicant. This policy ensures fairness, confidentiality, and an unbiased evaluation for every individual who applies.
SCC Foundation Scholarships
The Spartanburg Community College (SCC) Foundation transforms lives by removing financial barriers for students at Spartanburg Community College. Through scholarships, supply funds, and emergency award funding, the Foundation empowers students to stay focused on their education, overcome unexpected challenges, and achieve their academic and career goals.
Community Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded by organizations outside of Spartanburg Community College and have separate applications. If awarded, these scholarships are administered through SCC's Business Office.
Emergency and Book Funds
We have emergency assistance for students who find themselves in financial hardship for reasons beyond their control (found in the links below). Please feel free to contact our office if you have questions.
Emergency funds are not awarded during the summer semester without a recommendation from a faculty member or a Success Coach.
Book/materials assistance is restricted to summer courses required by your program of study. AA and AS programs do not require summer classes. Book assistance will still be available to students who live in Cherokee County through the Rufus H. Foster Cherokee Book Fund.
If you find you don't qualify for the funds available through the SCC Foundation, the AIM Center may be an option for financial assistance.
For Currently Enrolled Students:
Current students who find themselves in a difficult financial situation at SCC may seek relief through the following opportunities.
Requirements: Up to $500.00. A student can only receive this assistance ONCE during their time at SCC. It helps pay urgent bills that come up and are keeping the student from completing their SCC program.
GPA Requirement: 2.20
Program: Any
Full-Time/Part-Time: Minimum 6 credit hours
There are times when students find themselves in a difficult financial situation and seek relief through the SCC Foundation (SCCF). Over the years, SCC Foundation has raised private dollars to create a specific fund designated to assist students with the cost of textbooks that are purchased through Chaser's Bark Shop, SCC's bookstore, in the amount of up to 85% of the total book cost, not to exceed $500.
Requirements: Up to $500, can only be awarded to a student once per rolling calendar year (i.e., if you are awarded in May, you can not receive funds again until the next May.
GPA Requirement: 2.20
Program: Any
Full-Time/Part-Time: Minimum 6 credit hours
This fund is to assist first-time or returning (three or more semesters) currently enrolled SCC students with the purchase of instructional materials (books, uniforms, laptops, and/or tools) from the campus bookstore, Chaser's Bark Shop.
To be considered for these funds, the student must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours, completed FASFA, demonstrate financial need, and complete an online application. If approved, the SCC Foundation will cover 85% of the cost while the student will be responsible for 15%. Request is not to exceed $500.
The Award Committee will make every effort to assist a student with one-time requests per academic year. Funds are made available through the SCC Foundation.
NOTE: This fund has a limit of up to $500 and ONLY pays up to 85% of the total cost for instructional materials. The student is responsible for a minimum of 15% or more of the total cost.
Requirements: Up to $500, can only be awarded to a student once per rolling calendar year (i.e., if you are awarded in May, you can not receive funds again until the next May. Must be an incoming student.
GPA Requirement: 2.20
Program: Any
Full-Time/Part-Time: Minimum 6 credit hours
Do you live in Cherokee County? Need help funding your instructional supplies and materials? The Rufus H. Foster, Jr. Instructional Supplies and Materials Fund may be right for you!
Requirements: Up to $500. Award frequency is decided by the Head of Gaffney & Union. Must be a resident of Cherokee County.
GPA Requirement: 2.20
Program: Any
Full-Time/Part-Time: Minimum 6 credit hours
Do you live in Union County? Need help funding your instructional supplies and materials? The Ike McKissick Student Success Fund may be right for you! The Ike McKissick Student Success Fund is for students enrolled in six (6) or more credit hours at the Union Campus or who are full-time residents of Union County. The fund helps with textbooks or supplies needed to participate in coursework or training at SCC. Students can receive the fund once per academic year, as long as they maintain a 2.2 or higher GPA.
Requirements: Up to $500. Award frequency is decided by the Head of Gaffney & Union. Must be a resident of Union County.
GPA Requirement: 2.20
Program: Any
Full-Time/Part-Time: Minimum 6 credit hours
Every Donation Helps!
To offer support to our scholarship and assistance funds, please consider a donation to the SCC Foundation by clicking below. Thank you!
SCC Foundation Office
1875 East Main St. (Hwy. 290) Duncan, SC 29334
Located at the Spark Center SC