Lowcountry Scholarship for Nontraditional Students Grant

Lowcountry Scholarship for Nontraditional Students Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina
Amount: Up to US $5,000
Last Updated: August 06, 2025

Summary

The Lowcountry Scholarship for Nontraditional Students offers financial aid up to $5,000 for eligible nontraditional students attending accredited technical colleges in South Carolina. Aimed at those in Beaufort, Colleton, Jasper, and Hampton counties, it supports individuals ineligible for most federal and state aid. Applicants must maintain a 2.5 GPA and meet specific criteria, including being a returning learner or having obtained a GED. This scholarship is renewable for up to two years, fostering educational opportunities for underserved populations.

Overview

Note: The deadline for all applications to be submitted, including letters of recommendation, is mid-March. Lowcountry Scholarship for Nontraditional Students This scholarship is for non-tranditionl students attending an accredited South Carolina technical college who are ineligible for most federal, state and local aid for non-academic reasons. The Lowcountry Scholarship for Nontraditional Students was developed to support students who have historically been underserved by traditional financial aid and scholarships. Coastal Community Foundation and our donors understand the transformative impact technical colleges have on students and their community. This scholarship will help students in Beaufort, Colleton, Jasper, and Hampton counties cover the cost of attendance at a South Carolina accredited technical college. Average award: up to $5,000 — renewable for up to two years.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants must meet at least one of the following nontraditional student criteria: Ineligible for state, federal and local financial aid, a returning learner, received a GED or Certificate of Completion, or did not matriculate directly from high school. Applicants must be permanent residents of Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, or Jasper counties, enrolled or accepted for enrollment at a South Carolina accredited technical college, and maintain a 2.5 GPA minimum.