Presbyterian College Scholarships
Presbyterian College offers a strong scholarship program in addition to its need-based aid program. In the fall of 2009, approximately fifty percent of the incoming freshman class received merit-based scholarships. Below is specific information on our scholarship program.
Quattlebaum Honor Scholarship: Awarded to two selected students each year, the Quattlebaum scholarship covers the full cost of tuition, room, board, and fees (renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study at PC with specific GPA renewal requirements). The students selected as Quattlebaum Scholars not only will have exhibited exceptional academic achievement, but will have demonstrated leadership ability and potential, as well as outstanding personal character. This is the most prestigious award offered by Presbyterian College. Admissions application must be completed by November 15.
Founders Scholarship: To be considered for the Founders Scholarship, students must be residents of South Carolina, qualify for the early round of SC Palmetto Fellows Scholarship, and score at least 1300 on the SAT or 29 on the ACT. The Founders Scholarship is a $30,000 scholarship package with a estimated four-year value of $120,000 (includes any federal and state aid for which the student qualifies). There is a limited number of awards. Admissions application must be completed by November 15.
Chinese Scholars: Up to 30 incoming freshmen will be selected for the Chinese Scholars program. These students will take two semesters of Chinese Language instruction taught at PC during their freshman year and will complete the foreign language requirement by participating in a third course -- a Maymester trip to China for an immersion experience. PC will contribute $1000 towards the cost of the trip to China. Students interested in being considered as Chinese Scholars will be required to submit an additional essay. Admissions application must be completed by November 15.
Presbyterian Church USA Servant Leadership Scholarships: These scholarships (eight awarded each year, valued at $5000 each) are given to students who have demonstrated outstanding community and/or church service and are members of a Presbyterian Church (USA). Students will be asked to submit letters of support from their pastor and/or youth advisor for consideration. Those students nominated for the Outstanding Youth Leader Awards by their church will be considered for these awards. Admissions application must be completed by November 15.
Music Scholarships: Scholarships in music are available to all PC students who are interested in participating in programs and ensembles offered by the Department of Music. Scholarships are available for prospective music majors, music minors, and students who only want to be involved in ensembles such as choirs, bands, orchestras, bagpipes, and handbells. The Department of Music offers two levels of scholarship support: The General Music Scholarships are available to all PC students and the Dorothy C. Fuqua Music Scholarships are available only to students who intend to major in music. To apply for any scholarships in music, prospective students must download or acquire the Music Scholarship Application that is available at the departmental website, www.presby.edu/music/auditions.html, or by calling the departmental offices. The completed application is submitted to the Department of Music and an audition will be scheduled for a convenient time during January, February, or March (see website for dates and details.) All applicants indicating a possible music major are automatically entered in the Fuqua Competition while remaining eligible for General Music Scholarships. Prospective majors must audition prior to February 20, 2010, to be eligible for the Fuqua scholarships. The level of scholarship aid in music ranges from $500 to a level that would assure the coverage of full tuition and all music fees. Contact the Department of Music offices by email at music@presby.edu or by calling 864.833.8470.
Southeastern, Dillard-Elliott, Belk, and Highlander Scholarships: Students earning high academic achievement will be considered for scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $16,000. Admissions application must be completed by February 1.
Leadership Scholarships: PC offers numerous scholarships for demonstrated leadership abilities and promise ranging in value from $500 to $10,000. Admissions application must be completed by February 1.
Minority Leadership Scholarship: Five students will be selected each year for outstanding extracurricular and leadership accomplishments. Admissions application must be completed by February 1.
Boys State and Girls State Scholarships: PC also offers a limited number of awards to attendees of Boys and Girls State valued at $3,000 each. Admissions application must be completed by February 1.
PC will match state-sponsored merit scholarships in the form of gift aid (up to the amount of $3,000). However, some of these may be replaced with a higher-value scholarship.
Important note: These scholarships are usually packaged along with other types of financial aid and may only be a part of the total financial aid award. Please contact the admissions or financial aid office for more information about these scholarships or about other types of available aid. Each of these awards applies to the undergraduate program only and does not apply to the School of Pharmacy.
All merit-based scholarships are awarded based on a student’s re-calculated GPA using only core academic courses taken in high school.
ROTC Scholarships: There are several different types of scholarships available. Army ROTC Scholarships include full tuition, fees, a book allowance, and a monthly living allowance. Students also receive room and board from PC as an incentive for winning an ROTC scholarship.
High school seniors applying to PC may compete for four-year, merit-based scholarships. Candidates interested in a four-year scholarship must apply prior to December of their senior year of high school. Applicants can receive assistance from the Department of Military Science in submitting applications.
First year students at PC may apply for four-, three and a half-, and three-year scholarships. Sophomores may apply to attend the Leadership Training Course at Fort Knox, Kentucky, where they may win a two-year scholarship. Similar opportunities may also exist for juniors and select seniors.
All applicants must meet minimum standards in SAT/ACT scores, GPA, physical fitness, and be medically qualified by the U.S. Army. More information may be obtained by contacting the Department of Military Science at 864.833.8583.