November 15, 2026
Trustees' Endowment Scholars Award
Direct application
$5,000/year
About this scholarship
South Carolina resident incoming freshmen who are academically talented or demonstrate financial need may qualify for the Trustees' Endowment Scholars Award. Candidates typically present strong SAT or ACT scores and an excellent GPA.
The award provides $5,000 per year and renews up to four years. Submit a separate Honors College application by November 15. It may combine with the Provost, Presidential, or STEM Supplement but not other Admissions Merit Awards.
Essay question
What else to submit
- Separate Honors College application
- Essay describing academic achievements and financial need
- High SAT or ACT scores
- Excellent GPA
- Residency in South Carolina
- Applicants typically present strong SAT or ACT scores and an excellent GPA; no numeric minimum is stated.
- May combine with the Provost, Presidential, or STEM Supplement, but not other Admissions Merit Awards.