Clemson University is pleased to announce its LIFE Scholarship Program. Graduate and undergraduate students of South Carolina are eligible to apply for the scholarship program. Clemson’s retention and graduation rates rank among the highest in the country for public universities. They remain committed both to world-class research and a high quality of life. The LIFE Scholarship award amount is determined annually by the South Carolina General Assembly. The amount is $5,000 per year and may be “enhanced” to $7,500 per year.
The Clemson University Office of Student Financial Aid exists to help students secure the funds necessary to pursue their educational goals at Clemson University through the administration and implementation of federal, state and institutional programs of financial assistance.
Eligibility:
- U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen under state residency statutes.
- South Carolina resident at the time of high school graduation and during the period of the award.
- Graduated from a South Carolina, high school or was a dependent of a parent or guardian who was at the time of the student’s high school graduation a legal resident of South Carolina.
- Full-time undergraduate seeking a first baccalaureate degree.
- Must not have been judged delinquent, nor have been convicted or pled guilty or nolo contendere to any felony in any state.
- Must not have been convicted of any second alcohol or drug-related misdemeanor in any state for 12 months before the period of the award.
- Must not be in default or owe a refund or repayment on any federal or state financial aid.
How to Apply:
The graduate and undergraduate students can apply on-line through the given link:
http://www.clemson.edu/admissions/apply-now.html
Award Amount:
- Recipients with at least 30 hours and who, as a freshman, earned 14 hours worth of math and science, and who are in math and science related majors, will receive an additional amount of up to $2,500 for a maximum of $7,500.
- Entering freshmen, regardless of major, and upperclassmen who do not meet the above conditions, will receive a maximum award of $5,000.
Application Deadline:
Varies
Link for More Information:
http://www.clemson.edu/financial-aid/types/scholarships/life.html
