A prestigious, Alumni Association-sponsored merit scholarship recognizing outstanding academic achievement, leadership, talent, and service, previously valued at $8,000 annually plus a tuition reduction to the in-state rate (four-year value of more than $130,000).
About this scholarship
Sponsored by the University of South Carolina Alumni Association, this award signified outstanding achievement in academics, leadership, talent, and service. Recipients had an average SAT score of 1550 (ACT 35) and an average high school GPA of 5.4, and were, on average, in the top 2% of their high school graduating class. It was part of USC's Top Scholar awards group, tied to the South Carolina Honors College application process.
What the award includes
Annual value: $8,000, plus a tuition reduction to the in-state rate for nonresident students
Four-year value: more than $130,000
Combinable with the Provost Scholars Award (for eligible National Merit Finalists)
Likely included invitations to Honors College programming and enrichment opportunities typical of USC's Top Scholar tier
Who can apply
Must apply as a first-time freshman entering the fall semester
Strong academic record: competitive SAT/ACT scores and high school GPA (recipients averaged a 1550 SAT/35 ACT and 5.4 weighted GPA, top 2% of class)
Demonstrated leadership, talent, and service achievements
Required a separate South Carolina Honors College application in addition to the general university admission application
Likely restricted to a specific residency category (nonresident, based on where this award appeared in USC's scholarship listings)
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