Scholarships
To apply for all Federal and State funded aid, complete and mail the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can complete the FAFSA at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov or go to http://www.ed.gov for more information. The Financial Aid Planning Office mails FAFSA forms to students prior to Christmas for current students and immediately after January 1 for prospective students.
Federal and State Scholarships
Palmetto LIFE ScholarshipEligible South Carolina residents must have two of the three: a 3.0 grade point average (State Uniform Grading Scale), 1100 SAT or 24 ACT composite score, or top 30 percent of high school class in order to receive this $5,000 scholarship. Students can gain eligibility at Anderson University with an average of 30 hours per academic year (fall, spring and summer terms) and a 3.0 cumulative (Collegiate) GPA. To maintain eligibility, an Anderson University student must maintain a 3.0 GPA (Collegiate) and an average of 30 earned hours per academic year (fall, spring and summer terms). Upon receipt of the final high school transcript, the Admissions Office determines eligibility for the scholarship.
HOPE Scholarship
New scholarship for first time freshmen students. Students with a 3.0 grade point average (State Uniform Grading Scale) but do not meet one of the other LIFE scholarship requirements are eligible. The scholarship awards $2,650 for the academic year. The Admissions Office, upon receipt of the final high school transcript, determines eligibility for the scholarship.
Palmetto Fellows
State scholarship of $6,700. Eligible students must have a 3.5 GPA, 1200 SAT and be in the top 6 percent of class in order to be considered. Students can apply through their high school guidance office. Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA and earn not average 30 hours per academic year (fall, spring and summer terms) in order to remain eligible.
*Further information on the LIFE, HOPE, and Palmetto Fellows programs can be obtained at http://www.che400.state.sc.us. All state programs are contingent upon funding by the General Assembly.
Teaching Fellowship
State program that awards a $6,000 fellowship to eligible applicants who wish to pursue a career in teaching. $5,700 of the fellowship is applied to direct University costs while the remaining $300 is escrowed by the South Carolina Teacher Recruitment Office for summer enrichment programs. Students can contact their Guidance counselor or Charles Wooten, Program Director, at 1-800-542-3594.
Anderson University Scholarship Opportunities
Baptist ScholarshipEligible students can receive a $500 scholarship per year. Students must have and maintain a 2.5 GPA. Application is made through the Admissions application. Limited funding is available. Commuting students do not qualify for this scholarship.
Legacy Scholarship
Students with immediate family members (mother/stepmother, father/stepfather, brother, sister) who earned a degree at Anderson University are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship if the student lives on campus. Commuting students are eligible for a reduced amount of $500. Students must have and maintain a 2.5 GPA. Application is made through the admissions application. Limited funding is available.
Adult Learner Scholarships
Students over the age of 60 may be eligible for a grant equal to 50 percent of tuition. This grant does not apply to students enrolled in the Adult Accelerated Degree Program. Eligible students may not be degree seeking at the University. This scholarship is available for only six hours per academic year.
Honors Program Scholarships
Students who are accepted into the Honors Program are each awarded a scholarship of up to $1,200. Contact Dr. Danny Mynatt, at (864) 231-2056.
College Scholarships
Scholarships are available for students in their major. Contact the Dean for more information. Funding is limited so apply early. Students can maintain their scholarship by remaining within their College. Students must also have a 3.0 GPA, thirty hours earned per academic year (fall, spring, and summer) and fulfill all club/activity requirements set by the Dean. College Scholarships are limited to eight semesters.
Click here to learn more about the Anderson University College and Merit Scholarship opportunities.
Financial Aid Planning Office
Anderson University
316 Boulevard
Box 1142
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 231-2070
finaid@andersonuniversity.edu