Earn Your Way to Claflin.
From full-tuition Presidential Scholars awards to state and national scholarships, eligible students have many ways to fund a Claflin education. Explore what you qualify for and apply.
Recognized. Rewarded.
A record of academic achievement opens doors at Claflin. Eligible students are encouraged to apply for scholarships and grants administered by the University, the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education, and national foundations.
Many awards stack with federal and state aid — so be sure to complete the FAFSA and talk with the Office of Student Financial Aid about every resource available to you.
Claflin awards
Merit Scholarships at Claflin.
Competitive, four-year awards for incoming freshmen who lead with excellence, integrity, and a willingness to serve.
Presidential Scholars Program
A four-year scholarship valued at the full cost of tuition, room, board, textbooks, and a monthly stipend. Awarded to outstanding seniors committed to academic excellence and graduate study. Requires a 1200 SAT or 27 ACT and Alice Carson Tisdale Honors College candidacy.
Alice Carson Tisdale Honors College Scholarships
The Alice Carson Tisdale Honors College offers four-year scholarships from $2,000 up to the full cost of tuition, room, and board — awarded to incoming freshmen with a 1100 SAT or 24 ACT on academic achievement, leadership, and character.
Privately Funded & Endowed Scholarships
A range of donor-funded scholarships are available through the University. Contact the Leadership Development Office in Tingley Hall or the Scholarship Coordinator in the Office of Student Financial Aid in Corson Hall, First Floor, Suite B.
South Carolina awards
State-Administered Scholarships.
South Carolina residents may qualify for these merit awards administered by the SC Commission on Higher Education.
Palmetto Fellows Scholarship
Merit-based award for the most academically talented SC seniors — up to $6,700 freshman year and up to $7,500 each year after, for up to eight full-time terms. Administered by the SC Commission on Higher Education.
LIFE Scholarship
Up to $5,000 per year (including a $300 book allowance) for eligible SC residents who meet two of three criteria: 3.0 GPA, top 30% of class, or 1100 SAT / 24 ACT. Funds up to eight consecutive terms.
S.C. HOPE Scholarship
Available to first-time freshmen only — up to $2,800 (including a $300 book allowance) for SC residents with a 3.0 GPA who don't receive the Palmetto Fellows or LIFE Scholarship. Funds up to two consecutive terms.
LIFE & Palmetto Fellows Enhancements
Recipients in eligible STEM and approved majors may qualify for up to $2,500 in additional funds beginning sophomore year, for up to six consecutive terms toward a first bachelor's degree.
Compete on the National Stage.
Claflin students don't just earn degrees — they win some of the most prestigious scholarships in the country. Our faculty and the Office of Student Financial Aid help you build a competitive application.
Whether you're aiming for Oxford or a career in public service, there's a path and a mentor to help you get there.
National & prestige awards
Fellowships & Honors.
Rhodes Scholarship
Funds two to three years of post-baccalaureate study at Oxford, covering roughly $30,000 in educational and living expenses. For U.S. citizen seniors with a 3.6+ GPA.
Harry S. Truman Scholarship
Provides $30,000 to juniors preparing for careers in public service, plus leadership training, graduate counseling, and federal internships.
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Sponsored by the U.S. State Department for seniors planning to study, teach, or conduct research abroad.
Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship
Up to $7,500 per year for sophomores and juniors with strong records pursuing careers in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering.
Gates Millennium / National Merit
Claflin students compete for and earn premier national awards — from the Boren and Udall scholarships to the Marshall Scholarship for graduate study in the United Kingdom.
Focus100 & Institutional Applications
Apply for Claflin's institutional scholarships and the Focus100 program through the Office of Student Financial Aid to be matched with the funding you qualify for.
Office of Student Financial Aid.
Office of Student Financial Aid · Corson Hall, First Floor, Suite B · finaid@claflin.edu
Office: (803) 535-5334 · Fax: (803) 535-5383
Privately funded scholarships: Leadership Development Office, Tingley Hall, or the Scholarship Coordinator in Corson Hall, First Floor, Suite B.
Answer the call
Find Your Scholarship.
Complete your application and the FAFSA, then let our team match you with every award you qualify for.