Scholarship - South Carolina State University National Alumni Association

SCSUNAA Scholarship Application

The period to submit an application for the SCSUNAA scholarship is currently open for 2026 - 2027 Academic Year. If you do have questions regarding the application process or general information regarding the scholarships provided, you may send an email to scholarship@scsunaa.org.

The South Carolina State University National Alumni Association annually awards a limited number of scholarships to full-time students on the basis of academic achievement and/or financial need. The current amount of each scholarship is $1,500.00 a year ($750 per semester). Scholarships are available for four (4) year matriculation at SC State University, providing recipients remain in good standing and meet academic requirements (min 2.5 GPA). Students enrolled in disciplines that demand additional semesters may petition for scholarship extension.

Applicants must complete the application by April 17, 2026 together with the following:

1) Applicant must be a high school senior, and an incoming first-time student to SCSU for the 26-27 academic year.

2) Autobiography describing career goals, interest, work experience, hobbies, reasons for selecting South Carolina State University, etc. Do not exceed 250 words.

3) Two (2) letters of recommendation – one from a teacher and one from a non-family member.

4) An official school transcript that includes your GPA and class rank or placement.

5) An official copy of your SAT or ACT scores.

6) Copy of SCSU acceptance letter.

Applicants will be notified of award status in May prior to enrollment. Recipients must accept the scholarship by June 1st and have paid enrollment fees/housing deposit.

Applicants must enroll at the University the semester immediately following announcement of the award. Scholarship funds will be credited directly to recipient’s tuition account at the University.

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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

General Information
Full Name *
Student Identification Number *
Age *
Gender *	Male Female
Home Address *
City *
State *
Zip Code *
Contact Number *
Email *
Autobiography: Describe career goals, interest, work experience, hobbies, reasons for selecting SCSU *
School extra-curricular activities (Include positions held) *
List community service and activities (Indicate positions held, honors, recognitions, letters, etc.) *
Photo of Self *

Academic Information
High School *
Address *
Academy City *
Academy State *
Academy Zip Code *
Dates Attended
Class Rank *
SAT Score

Verbal		Math
Total
ACT Score
GPA

Numerical *		Alphabet *

Parent's Information
Father/Guardian *		Father/Guardian Occupation *
Mother/Guardian *		Mother/Guardian Occupation *
Parents/Guardian Combined Annual Income (from all sources) *
Number of Children in the Home *
Ages *
Number in College *

Criteria - *Skip when application based on merit. Verification is required when based on need.
Please select *	Merit Only Need Only
Merit Only
Top 10% in high school graduating class. (Entering freshman only) SAT score 1100 or above or ACT score 20 or above Must maintain a 3.00 GPA to continue receiving scholarship
Need Only
Top 50% in high school graduating class. (Entering freshman only) SAT score 830 or ACT score 17 Must maintain a 2.00 GPA to continue receiving scholarship
To what extent, if any, do you need financial assistance?(i.e. FAFSA Statement, tuition invoice etc)
How do you plan to finance your college education? Select all that apply	Loan Work Parents/guardians Scholarships Grants Other

Documentation
Letters of recommendation – from a non-family member. *
Letters of recommendation – from a teacher *
An official school transcript that includes your GPA and class rank or placement. *
An official copy of your SAT or ACT scores. *
Copy of SCSU acceptance letter. *
Need-based Documentation

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SCSUNAA Scholarship Application