How much is a scholarship to USC?

Students eligible to continue in the National Merit competition are contacted by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. At USC Upstate, Merit Scholarships are $500 annually and are renewable for four years of undergraduate study if the student maintains at least a 3.0 GPA.

What is a partial scholarship?

While not a full ride, a partial scholarship offer can still cover a significant portion of college costs or very little. It may be that one student-athlete on a team gets a scholarship that covers tuition, while a teammate may only get offered a scholarship that covers the costs of books.

How many students get USC merit scholarships?

About 23\% of the 2018 entering first-year class received a merit-based scholarship from USC. Over 60\% received some form of financial assistance. Although international students are not eligible to receive federal or USC need-based financial aid, they may be awarded merit scholarships and/or other departmental awards.

How do you get a 2021 full ride scholarship?

7 Tips for Winning Full-Ride Scholarships

1. #1 Start preparing early.
2. #2 Take challenging courses.
3. #3 Develop leadership skills.
4. #4 Commit to community service.
5. #5 Build relationships with your teachers and guidance counselor.
6. #6 Hone in on what makes you unique.
7. #7 Submit a spectacular scholarship application.

What is the difference between partial and full scholarship?

What kind of scholarships does USC offer?

USC administers more than a dozen prestigious scholarship programs, ranging in value from a few thousand dollars up to full tuition. They are awarded based on academic excellence, leadership, service, and talent.

Do I need an interview to get a USC scholarship?

Some USC scholarships are administered by organizations outside the Office of Admission. These generally require a separate application, have varying deadlines and eligibility requirements and may or may not require an interview.

Where can I find my USC enrollment and fee summary?

If your scholarship agency requires you to submit a proof of enrollment, you can provide a USC Enrollment and Fee Summary. This is located in your MyUSC student profile.

Do outside scholarships count as additional financial aid?

Any scholarships you receive will not be in addition to your need-based financial aid but will change the composition of your financial aid eligibility. In most cases, we allow outside scholarships to reduce the amounts of student loans or Federal Work-Study in your financial aid package.

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