The recipient will be awarded a one thousand dollar ($1,000) scholarship for the upcoming semester.

A check for the scholarship amount will be made payable to both the recipient and his or her college or university.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a high school senior graduating in the current school year
  • Be a resident of the state of South Carolina
  • Plan to pursue a degree in education from a college or university in South Carolina
  • Be the son or daughter of a current member of SCIRA

To apply, submit the following, postmarked by March 1st:

  • A completed SCIRA High School Student Scholarship Application form
  • A complete high school transcript through December
  • A letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor
  • A typed personal statement expressing why you wish to pursue an education degree and are worthy of this scholarship (not to exceed one page)

Download the application

Last updated: August 12, 2011