Coastal Carolina University
PA-8: Affordability and Access

Grants are gifts which, in most cases, do not require repayment. The FAFSA is required to receive these awards and each student must maintain satisfactory academic progress according to Satisfactory Academic Progress for Undergraduates Federal Pell Grant is the largest federal grant program, offered to students with high need who are seeking their first undergraduate degree. Eligibility is determined by the federal processor. Approximately $555 to $5,550 per academic year for full-time enrollment. Once a student completes the requirements for their first degree, they are no longer eligible to receive a Pell Grant, regardless of when they choose to graduate. Effective July 1, 2012, you can receive the Federal Pell Grant for no more than 12 semesters or the equivalent. Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) awards are made to students who apply early and demonstrate extreme financial need. CCU generally awards $500 to $1500 per year for those who qualify. South Carolina Need-Based Grant is a state-funded grant program awarded to S.C. residents who are undergraduate students with demonstrated need. They must be enrolled at least half time in a degree-granting program and maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students should apply for financial assistance by March 1 to be considered. $500-$1,500 per academic year for full-time enrollment. Federal Stafford Subsidized Loans are need based loans which are subsidized by the federal government. The interest is paid by the government while you are in school at least half-time. Student Employment Federal Work Study allows students who demonstrate financial need to work part time to earn income. College work study earnings are paid twice per month to help student with living costs and personal items. Expected earnings are not used toward the student's bill. The priority date is March 1. America Reads Challenge is a work program where students tutor elementary students in the local schools. This is a national campaign to help every child read well. Why should you get involved? College students have the opportunity to make a difference in the life of a young child and in the community. Benefits include: The potential to positively affect the lives of young people and influence the future of the nation Participation will provide valuable job experience Work within diverse community work settings Flexibility of scheduling around Coastal Carolina University courses Provide service to your community Salary: $8 per hour first semester; $8.40 second year; $8.80 third year; $9.60 fourth year Paid training in techniques for reading with children Institutional Employment allows students to work on campus without applying for financial aid. Limited jobs are available year round and are listed on the HREO website. Click here for University Job Postings.

It is the policy of Coastal Carolina University to prohibit discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sex or veteran's status in regard to the administration of all campus programs, services and activities including intercollegiate athletics, and the admission of students, employment actions, or other sponsored activities. To ensure full compliance with Title IX, all University employees and volunteers are required to complete Title IX training.

University Merit-Based Scholarships: Coastal Carolina University is committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and recognized outstanding freshmen and transfer students through the merit scholarship program. Admitted students are automatically considered for merit-based awards. Students meeting the minimum requirements to qualify will be notified beginning December 1st for fall enrollment. South Carolina Lottery Scholarships: Scholarships available from the State of South Carolina to eligible South Carolina residents. Both new and continuing students will be automatically considered for SC LIFE and SC Hope Scholarship eligibility. Students applying for the SC Palmetto Fellows Scholarship will need to consult their high school guidance office. Horry County Higher Education Commissions Scholarships: Scholarships available from the Horry County Higher Education Commission to students who have/will be graduating from an eligible Horry County High School. Various opportunities are available, and most require an application for consideration. Frank A. Thompson II Bridge Scholarship (Continuing students) The Frank A. Thompson II Bridge Scholarship is intended for students who have lost eligibility of a South Carolina State Lottery Scholarship. The award amount varies and recipients will be chosen from students meeting the following criteria: Be an Horry County resident; Be a full-time, continuing student enrolled in the E. Craig Wall, Sr. College of Business; Lost eligibility for the SC Palmetto LIFE or Palmetto Fellows Scholarship; Minimum 2.5 LIFE GPA; Demonstrates financial need through the FAFSA; Submits a personal statement describing what being the recipient of this scholarship would mean to them; and Submits a letter of recommendation from an E. Craig Wall, Sr. College of Business Administration professor. https://www.coastal.edu/financialaid/scholarships/index.html

The Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program provides funds for part-time jobs which allow students to earn money needed to pay for educational expenses. Work-Study awards are a form of federal financial aid. Positions are available both on and off campus. Students are encouraged to find positions that provide work experience in their field of study or provide valuable service to the community. South Carolina Need-Based Grant is a state-funded grant program awarded to S.C. residents who are undergraduate students with demonstrated need. They must be enrolled at least half time in a degree-granting program and maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students should apply for financial assistance by March 1 to be considered. $500-$1,500 per academic year for full-time enrollment.