Federal Grants
Federal grants are supported by funding from the federal government. At USC, we offer the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant and Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grant.
Types of Grants
Grants are typically awarded based on financial need, which is determined by the information submitted when you complete your FAFSA application.
State Need-Based Grant
State Need-Based Grants are only awarded to South Carolina residents. Entering freshmen, transfer students and continuing education students are all eligible, based on meeting eligibility requirements.
Gamecock Guarantee
Since 2008, the Gamecock Guarantee has offered an affordable, high-quality education to academically talented first-generation students from low-income South Carolina families.
USC Access Grant
USC Access Grants provide lower middle income families assistance in accessing an affordable education. The availability of this award is based on funding provided by the institution.