The South Carolina HOPE Scholarship program is a merit-based scholarship for students attending a four-year institution who do not qualify for the LIFE or Palmetto Fellows Scholarship. This award is for the first year of attendance only.

Awards: Up to $2,650, including a $150 book allowance, towards the cost of the first- year of attendance only.

Eligibility: Must attend an eligible state public or private college or university full-time, among other criteria.

Contact: Visit the SC Commission on Higher Education's website or call (803) 737-2260.