Scholarship Update: Week of March 6, 2023
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Scholarship Update: Week of March 6, 2023
Please remember to visit the AC Flora School Counseling Website for a list of ALL scholarships
that are available.
https://www.richlandone.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=5323
Here are a few we thought you might be interested in:
Richland County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2023 Scholarship
Program
Eligibility:
Graduating African-American Seniors in the Richland, Lexington, Newberry, and
Fairfield County School Districts
Applications will be screened based on financial need, GPA, SAT/ACT scores,
the essay, recommendation forms, class rank, and honors/awards
Must complete all portions of the application
Scholarship categories include: 4 year College; Teenage Mothers; Best Essay
Awards
Award: (20) $1250 for 4 year college or university
Apply: Found in the “Materials” tab in the “Scholarship Update” file of the Class of 2023
Schoology page or in the Counseling office on the scholarship wall
Deadline: March 10, 2023
South Carolina State Fair Scholarship
Eligibility:
All applicants should:
Applicant must be a full-time resident of South Carolina and a senior in a public
or private high school or home school in South Carolina.
Applicant must complete the online application form in its entirety.
Applicant must attach a current photograph (preferably a senior class photo).
Applicant must attend a public or private college, university, or technical college
in the state of South Carolina.
Award: (50) $6000; ($1500 a year)
Apply: https://www.scstatefair.org/scholarships
Deadline: March 15, 2023
Justin Thomas Gustav Pepper Memorial Scholarships
Eligibility:
The process that is standard in choosing to award scholarships to qualified students is as
follows:
High School Senior
Volunteer and/or philanthropic activities that you have participated in;
Evidence of leadership, maturity, integrity and character; Clarity, proper grammar usage, set goals, and how you plan to give back/or pass
on to your community in the future.
Award Amount: (2) $1000
To Apply: https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/jtgps2023
Deadline: March 15, 2023
Blacks at Microsoft (BAM) Scholarship
Eligibility:
Be a US-based high school senior of African descent (for example, African American,
African, Ethiopian, etc.).
Plan to attend a four-year college or university in the US in the fall immediately
following your high school graduation.
Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer
information systems, or select business programs (such as finance, business
administration, or marketing).
Demonstrate a passion for technology.
Demonstrate leadership at school or in the community.
Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Require financial assistance to attend college.
Award: (5) $5000 (renewable) (45) $62,500 (one time only)
Apply: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/bam-scholarship.aspx
Deadline: March 15, 2023
Columbia (SC) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 2023Scholarship
Program
Eligibility:
3 scholarships available:
High School Graduating Senior (male or female) planning to attend a
college or university
High School Graduating Senior (male or female) planning to attend a
historically black college or university (HBCU)
High School Graduating Senior (male or female) planning to major in the
arts – visual arts, music, dance, creative writing or drama
Applicant must type into the form (download from the Class of 2023
Schoology page)
Award: $1000
Apply: Found in the “Materials” tab in the “Scholarship Updates” file of the Class of 2023
Schoology page or in the Counseling office on the scholarship wall
Deadline: March 18, 2023
Bobby Chapman Scholarship Eligibility:
Must be accepted to matriculate as a fill-time student in an accredited college or
university offering academic programs leading to the baccalaureate degree.
Must have a recommendation from his/her school counselor or principal. (Only 5
applications will be accepted from each high school.)
Must be a person of good character, demonstrate leadership, have academic
promise, and promise to make positive contributions as a mature citizen.
Maintain a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Award: (10) $1,500 (renewable for up to 4 years)
Apply: AC Flora School Counseling Office and on Class of 2023 Schoology in Materials
Under “Scholarship Updates”
Deadline: March 24, 2023
1000 Dreams Scholarship Fund
Eligibility:
All women enrolled in a U.S. based institution – high school, college, university,
graduate school, etc. – are able to apply regardless of citizenship.
Must show proof of current enrollment in a United States based school.
Fill out all application fields, submit two letters of recommendation, complete the essay
portion and demonstrate financial need.
Funds must be used the semester after they are awarded and cannot be deferred.
Award Amount: Varies (This educational assistance can include needs such as, but not
limited to: educational conferences, instructional programs related to creative or artistic
pursuits, graduate exam application fees, and textbooks. Ongoing needs such as tuition,
room and board fees, etc. are not covered by this fund)
To Apply: https://gkccf.academicworks.com/opportunities/5341
Deadline: March 31, 2023
SCEAR- South Carolina Education Association Retired Scholarship
Eligibility:
o SCEAR- South Carolina Education Association- Retired Scholarship
Eligibility all applicants should:
o High School Senior graduating from a public high school in South Carolina
o Plan on attending a SACS accredited college, university, technical school, or
community college in South Carolina as a full-time student
o Plan to pursue a career in education
o Must have maintained a good high school academic record , maintaining a 3.0
GPA while in college, and demonstrate leadership abilities
o Must need financial assistance
Award: (4) $1000
Apply: Application in “Materials” section, in the “Scholarship Update” file in the Class of 2022
Schoology page and in the counseling office
Deadline: March 31, 2023Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship
Eligibility:
U.S. citizen
Demonstrated financial need
High school senior with a 2.5 or above GPA OR a freshman or a sophomore
undergraduate student with a 2.5 or above GPA
Current or planned 4-year degree enrollment in the following majors:
o Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical
Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering,
Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics
Current or planned full-time attendance at an accredited U.S. four-year college or
university
Interest in a paid internship with Lockheed Martin following their freshman,
sophomore or junior year of college, other circumstances notwithstanding (note: the
internship is not required to receive a scholarship, and scholarship recipients are not
guaranteed an internship)
Award Amount: (200) $10,000
To Apply: https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/who-we-are/communities/stem-education/lm-
scholarship-program.html
Deadline: March 31, 2023
Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship Scholarship
Eligibility:
U.S. citizen
Be a high school senior OR high school graduate (or GED equivalent).
Have not earned a bachelor’s degree prior to the 2023-2024 academic year.
Be currently enrolled or planning to enroll full-time or part-time (minimum 6 credit
hours) at one of the following types of accredited institutions: vocational-technical
school, trade school, two-year community college, or state college.
Be pursuing an associate’s degree, credit-bearing certificate, or an industry-
recognized credential, in one of the fields of study below, with an anticipated
completion date no earlier than December 2023 and no later than June 2026.
Fields of study include: Advanced Manufacturing, Computer and Informational
Science, Engineering, Engineering technology, Mechanic and Repair Technologies
(Note: If student’s Specific Major falls under one of the listed Fields of Study, but the
student’s Specific Major is not listed, student is still eligible to apply. Check website
for list.)
Award Amount: (150) up to $5,000
To Apply: https://lockheedmartin.com/en-us/who-we-are/communities/stem-
education/lockheed-martin-vocational-scholarship.html
Deadline: March 31, 2023True Eye Expert Scholarship
Eligibility:
Students are encouraged to apply, regardless of major, academic standing (GPA) or
socioeconomic status.
Open to any college or university in the United States.
There is no gender or demographic requirement for this scholarship.
Eligible applicants must be U.S. residents currently registered at a U.S.-based college or
university for the Fall of 2023.
Complete all requirements to apply. (Essay included)
Award Amount: $1000
To Apply: https://trueeye.com/scholarship-program/
Deadline: March 31, 2023
USPAACC Scholarship
Eligibility:
High school senior
East, South, Southeast Asian, or Pacific Island heritage
Citizen or permanent resident of the United States
Beginning full-time study at an accredited post-secondary educational institution in the
United States in Fall 2023
Academic achievement of 3.3 GPA or higher
Leadership in extracurricular activities
Involvement in community service
Financial need
Award Amount: 20 ($5000)
To Apply: https://celebrasianconference.com/scholarships
Deadline: March 31, 2023
Chi Iota Iota Chapter Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Scholarship
Eligibility:
o Applicants should be African American male high school seniors who reside in
and attend high school in either Richland or Lexington counties.
o Three (3) letters of recommendation; at least two (2) letters of recommendations
must come from school officials.
o A 5’ x 7’ digital color photograph of the applicant wearing a suit and tie or
graduation attire. Label photos by name and email to randolws@dhec.sc.gov.
o Copies of unconditional acceptance letter(s) from four-year colleges or
universities the applicant has been accepted to or plans to attend.
o Sealed copy of applicant’s official high school transcript.
o Submission of a typewritten, double-spaced essay on the topic: A world crisis has
caused a paradigm shift for health disparities and social justice. What are your
suggestions for positive change? The essay must be original and neither previously
published nor secured by copyright. The essay must be between 700 and 750 wordsin length, type-written, and double-spaced. Do not change or shorten the essay
topic. The essay must be submitted via email in Microsoft Word.
o Information should be typed into the application. (Download copy of application
from Schoology)
o Award: $750 or $1000
o Apply: Application in “Materials” Folder, in the “Scholarship Update” tab in the Class
of 2023 Schoology page and in the counseling office
o Deadline: April 1, 2023
South Carolina Coaches Association of Woman’s Sport (SCCAWS) and Trophies By “M”
Education Scholarship
Eligibility:
The purpose of the SCCAWS Scholarship is to encourage student athletes to enter the field of
education. To help us in selecting a recipient for the award, eligibility requirements include:
1. Academic excellence (transcript, including SAT and/or ACT scores required)
2. Recommendations from guidance counselor and two teachers
3. Extra-curricular activities involving athletic and non-athletic participation (must be an
eligible high school participant on one or more athletic teams).
4. Enrolling female college freshman who plans to major in education.
5. A one-page essay (in the student’s handwriting) on the topic “Why I Want to Be a
Teacher and Where I Envision Myself in the Teaching Field in Ten Years.”
6. SAT – minimum composite score of 1000 and/or ACT – minimum composite score
of 22
7. Rank in class
8. GPA (based on S.C. Uniform Grading Scale)
.Award Amount: $1000
To Apply: http://www.sccaws.org or on the Class of 2023 Schoology page in the “Materials”
tab in the “Scholarship Update” file or in the Counseling Office
Deadline: April 3, 2023
South Carolina Coaches Association of Woman’s Sport (SCCAWS) and Trophies By “M”
Medical Scholarship
Eligibility:
The purpose of the SCCAWS and Trophies by “M” Scholarship is to encourage student athletes
to enter the field of medicine. To help us in selecting a recipient for the award, eligibility
requirements include:
1. Academic excellence (transcript, including SAT and/or ACT scores required)
2. Recommendations from guidance counselor and two teachers
3. Extra-curricular activities involving athletic and non-athletic participation (must be an
eligible high school participant on one or more high school league athletic teams).
4. Enrolling female college freshman who plans to enter the field of medicine.5. A one-page essay (in the student’s handwriting) on the topic, “Why I Want Enter the
Medical Field and What Area of Specialization Do I Plan to Enter.”
6. SAT – minimum composite score of 1000 and/or ACT – minimum composite score
of 22
7. Rank in class
8. GPA (based on S.C. Uniform Grading Scale)
9. Financial need – income tax forms required showing total income (previous year
income tax forms will be accepted)
10. A list of colleges where you have been accepted.
.Award Amount: $1000
To Apply: http://www.sccaws.org or on the Class of 2023 Schoology page in the “Materials”
tab in the “Scholarship Update” file or in the Counseling Office
Deadline: April 3, 2023
Celestyne Diggs Porter Scholarship
Eligibility:
All applicants should:
Have one or both parent(s) of Black heritage
Be a citizen of the United States
NOT be related in any way to a member of THE MOLES
Be a graduating high school senior
Be accepted to an accredited four-year college/university
Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0
Award: $20,000 over 4 years; ($2500 a semester)
Apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsAcmFLM6tnmNLCciHpIvnaenAJ8Tg70
UTfRaPu8_pTu3M7Q/viewform
Deadline: April 3, 2023
2023 Dr. Percy A Mack Leadership Scholarship
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating high school Senior in Richland One
Demonstrate leadership skills an potential
Well rounded involvement in co-curricular activities
Complete all required application requirements
Award Amount: $1000
To Apply: complete the pdf application on the Class of 2023 Schoology page in the “Materials”
tab in the “Scholarship Update” file or
https://www.richlandone.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&DomainID=4&ModuleInstanceID=
34473&ViewID=6446EE88-D30C-497E-9316-
3F8874B3E108&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=43299&PageID=1
Deadline: April 7, 2023
Tywanza Sanders Legacy Foundation South Carolina State-Wide Academic Scholarship
Student Eligibility: Applicants must have permanent residency in South Carolina and must be a
United States citizen
Applicants must be a graduating high school senior from a South Carolina
high school
Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Applicants must be accepted into an accredited 4-year college or university
for the 2023-2024 academic year
Applicants must submit a completed scholarship application along with the
required supporting documents
Applicants must demonstrate a financial need using the required financial
needs worksheet
Applicants must complete a 500 to 800 word written essay
Award: Varies
Apply: https://www.tywanzasanderslegacyfoundation.com/scholarships
Deadline: April 15, 2023
Tywanza Sanders Legacy Foundation Beauty Culture Scholarship
Student Eligibility:
o Applicants must have permanent residency in South Carolina and must be a
United States citizen
o Applicants must be a new or current student enrolled at an accredited
beauty school or college with a focus in barbering or cosmetology
o Individuals expecting to graduate before December 31, 2023 are not
eligible for this scholarship
o Applicants must submit a completed scholarship application along with the
required supporting documents
o Applicants must demonstrate a financial need using the required financial
needs worksheet
o Applicants must complete a 500 to 800 word written essay
Award: Varies
Apply: https://www.tywanzasanderslegacyfoundation.com/scholarships
Deadline: April 15, 2023
Tywanza Sanders Legacy Textbook Scholarship
Student Eligibility:
o Applicants must have permanent residency in South Carolina and must be a
United States citizen
o Applicants must be a graduating high school senior from a South Carolina
high school
o Applicants must be accepted into an accredited 4-year college or university
for the 2023-2024 academic year
o Applicants must submit a completed scholarship application along with the
required supporting documentso Applicants must demonstrate a financial need using the required financial
needs worksheet
o Applicants must complete a 300 to 500 word written essay
Award: Varies
Apply: https://www.tywanzasanderslegacyfoundation.com/scholarships
Deadline: April 15, 2023
Richland County Education Association-Retired Scholarship
Eligibility:
Resident of Richland County, South Carolina
Must be a graduating senior of the Class of 2023
Must have an official acceptance to a South Carolina college or university
Must plan to major in education
Must have a minimum GPA of a 3.0
Must have a record of participation in school, community, and/or public service activities
while in high school (grades 9-12)
Complete the application with all required documentation
Award Amount: (2) $2000
To Apply: Application in “Materials” section, in the “Scholarship Update” file in the Class of
2023 Schoology page and in the counseling office
Deadline: April 28, 2023
Hopkins High School Alumni 2023 Scholarship Awards
Eligibility:
o All applicants should:
High School Seniors
Be a descendent of graduates of Hopkins High School
Submit an official high school transcript; and a FLORA GRADUATION
yearbook photo (original, not photocopied)
Have a GPA of 2.5 or higher
Be admitted to a college of university and submit a copy of their letter of
acceptance
Complete all portions of the application and submit all required documents
o Award: $500 or $1000
o Apply: Application in “Materials” Folder, in the “Scholarship Update” tab in the
Class of 2023 Schoology page and in the counseling office
o Deadline: May 1, 2023
Joye Law Firm HBCU Scholarship Applications
Eligibility:
A student in South Carolina who plans to attend or is attending a Historically
Black College or University. The selection of the winning recipient is based on their essay entry, school
activities, positions of leadership, special honors and awards, community
involvement, academic performance, and professional pursuits.
o Award: $2000
o Apply: https://www.joyelawfirm.com/hbcu-scholarship-program/; and in the counseling
office
o Deadline: May 1, 2023
Joye Law Firm Scholarship Applications
Eligibility:
A student in South Carolina who plans to attend or is attending a four year
institution of higher-learning in the fall.
The selection of the winning recipient is based on their essay entry, school
activities, positions of leadership, special honors and awards, community
involvement, academic performance, and professional pursuits.
o Award: $2000
o Apply: https://www.joyelawfirm.com/joye-scholarship-program/ ; and in the counseling
office
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