Grants
Grants are funded by the government. Students must show financial need in order to get a grant. At USC, we handle federal and state grants as well as the Gamecock Guarantee. Each grant has its own student requirements.
Types of Aid
We administer different types of financial aid, including grants, loans, scholarships and student employment — each has its own eligibility requirements.
As you pay attention to the terms of each type of aid, please know that there are many expectations. One of these expectations is to meet Satisfactory Academic Progress standards.
Loans
Student loans are a valuable source of aid but students should seek them out as a last resort. We recommend that you pursue scholarships, grants and student job options first to avoid the burden of debt. If you need to take out a loan, consider all of your options.
Scholarships
If you are not from SC or you are no longer a freshman, you can still get a scholarship! Please look at all of the scholarship options available. Be sure to note deadlines and application requirements.
Student Employment
Some part-time jobs — both on and off campus — are supported through federal work-study. There are also part-time jobs that can give you needed funds and hands-on experience while earning your degree.