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Private Scholarships, Searches, & Planning

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OTHER PRIVATE SCHOLARSHIPS:
  • CHAMPIONS FOR CHRIST- A scholarship for students preparing for full time Christian service. Please visit their website for more info. Deadline: Fall Term- July 1, Spring Term-November 1, Summer-April 1
  • SC Baptist Convention Scholarship -The Executive Board of the South Carolina Baptist Convention offers two (2) types of scholarships for those seeking a church related vocation. The Church Related Vocational Scholarship (CRVS) is for undergraduate students and the Richard Furman scholarship is for seminary students seeking a masters or doctoral degree. Please visit their website for more information. Deadline: March 15th 
  • CLIFF'S COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP- Scholarship provided to students employed with Cliffs Community.  Please click on the link to obtain an application. Deadline: May 1st for Fall Semester, October 1st for Spring Semester.
  • SIRRINE SCHOLARSHIP – This scholarship is for Greenville County graduates. Sirrine Scholarships may be renewed for undergraduate work for a maximum of four years.  The criteria for receiving the Sirrine Scholarship are based on financial need and academic ability.  Scholarships range from $200 to $2,000 depending on the financial need.  The postmarked date for submitting applications and a copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) is April 15th. Please click on the link to find an application.
  • BAPTIST FOUNDATION TRUSTEE SCHOLARSHIP-The Board of Trustees of the Baptist Foundation of South Carolina is offering a scholarship for undergraduate students (sophomore level and above) who are pursuing a degree towards a full-time Christian vocation.  Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and attend a South Carolina Southern Baptist Church. Please click on the link to obtain an application.  Deadline for 2012-13: April 30, 2012
  • THE MUSIC CLUB OF GREENVILLE-Apply and audition for scholarship dollars provided by The Music Club of Greenville.  Must be a high school senior (Public, Private or Home Schooled) from a county where an active member of The Music Club of Greenville resides (Anderson County, Pickens County, Greenville County or Spartanburg County who plans to major in music or dance in a US college, university or conservatory. Scholarship applications are available on www.greenvillemusicclub.org or by calling 269-9714. Deadline for 2012-13: March 23, 2012
  • VERMONT GRANTS- Residents of Vermont may be eligible for a grants, scholarships, or loans through the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC). Please visit their website for more information

  • THE AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND – Contact the Financial Aid Office for an application.
  • JOHN GYLES EDUCATION AWARD – for all areas of study. 3.0 or higher GPA, citizen of US or Canada in all areas of post secondary study.  May receive up to $3,000. Deadline for 2012-13: June 1, 2012
  • AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY – for cancer survivors under age 25. Contact them at 1-800 ACS-2345 or SA.College@cancer.org. Deadline is April 15th.
  • STEWART SPINKS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP FUND @ NGU - Scholarship provided for the company employees and their immediate families.  May receive up to $3,000. To retain scholarship, student must maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA.  To apply for this scholarship, please see your immediate Spinxs supervisor.
  • CAMPUS DISCOVERY- Fill out an online survey for Campus Discovery and enter to win a $5,000 Scholarship! Visit their website for complete a list of rules and criteria. Deadline: January 31, 2012
  • AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP FUND- Minimal Qualifications, any major can apply. Must have a relative who is a member of Post #3 (The Local Post). Please write and request an application to: American Legion Scholarship Fund Attention: Cecil Buchanan PO BOX 133 Greenville, SC 29602. This organization typically awards $150-$1000 per year. 
  • PALMETTO LAND TITLE ASSOCIATION- Awards two $1,000 scholarships to rising sophomores, juniors or seniors, who are enrolled in a four year South Carolina college or university and majoring in a business related field.  Other qualifications are required.  Please click on the link to find an application. Deadline: Must be postmarked by March 15th
  • US BANK- Forty $1,000 scholarships through a random drawing process.  Please click on the link to find out more information and how to apply. Deadline: March 31, 2012
  • Talbots Scholarship-In keeping with our tradition of serving the community, the Talbots Charitable Foundation is proud to offer its scholarship program to women pursuing a college degree later in life. For a complete list of requirements and application please visit their website. Deadline for 2012-13: January 3, 2012
  • Walmart Foundation- Walmart Foundation offers three scholarship programs and also administers the Walton Family Foundation Scholarship on behalf of the Walton Family Foundation. Please click on the link to find out more information regarding scholarships!
  • “Focused on the Future” Scholarship Program-Do you or someone you know need money for college? Christian Community Credit Union’s “Focused on the Future” Scholarship Program is awarding $30,000 in scholarships! If you or a family member is not yet a member of Christian Community Credit Union, now's a good time to join. Maximum lifetime benefit is $2,000 per member. Please see their website for more information.  Deadline for 2012-13: TBA
  • James F. Byrnes Scholarship- An excellent scholarship of $3250 per year & renewable each year. Available to SC residents students who have one or both parents deceased, demonstrate financial need, satisfactory academic record, excellence in character, and pursuing a Bachelor's Degree.  Scholarship recipients are screened then those selected will be interviewed.  Application will be available by late November on their website. Deadline for 2012-13: February 15, 2012
  • Wells Fargo- College Steps Sweepstakes- Winners chosen through random drawings, giving you a chance to win $1000. A total of 40 $1000 prizes will be awarded.  Please click on the link to apply.  Deadline for 2012-13: August 5, 2012
  • Buick Achievers Scholarship Program- NGU Business Majors may apply.  100 Scholarships each up to $25,000/year and 1000 Scholarships each at $2,000. Please click on the link to apply and find more information.  Deadline for 2012-13: February 29, 2012
  • 2012 Best Buy Scholarship Program- If you’re a 9-12 grade student who plans to attend post-secondary education, have solid grades and are involved in community service or work experience please click on the link to apply for this scholarship. Deadline for 2012-13: February 15, 2012