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What is the application process?
Applications must be submitted online through the Center for Scholarship Administration (CSA) website. There are three steps to complete the application:
1. Click the "create application" button below to answer the prequalifying questions. When you submit these, it will automatically take you to the profile page.
2. Create or update your profile. Save and continue to the online application.
3. Complete the online application. A confirmation email will be sent when the online portion of your application is complete. Applicant should contact CSA if a confirmation email is not received.
4. Mail in, or email, the packet of additional required materials. See "What constitutes a complete application" below.
If you need assistance,please email: . - Who is eligible for the scholarship?
Applicants Must: • Be high school seniors at a North Carolina or South Carolina high school.
• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
• Be residents of North or South Carolina.
• Be a member of the Carolinas Golf Association or Youth on Course.
• Demonstrate community involvement. -
When is the deadline for submission of materials?
The deadline for submission of the online portion of the application is .
Deadline for receipt of the additional required materials is 5:00 pm est. .
The additional materials required must be mailed or emailed in ONE envelope/email to the , PO BOX 1465, Taylors, SC 29687 or emailed to . The additional materials required must be RECEIVED no later than 5:00 pm est. . - What constitutes a complete application packet?
You must submit the following additional materials:
• Signed Student Authorization and Acknowledgements Form, found in the online application, signed by the scholarship candidate.
Download the Student Authorization and Acknowledgements Form.• Official transcript with grades and cumulative GPA posted through the latest semester.
• Submit SAT/ACT SCORES for applicants who are high school seniors.
• Submit a LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION from a teacher, coach, or mentor.
• Submit a PERSONAL STATEMENT/ESSAY. Submit a one-page personal statement that includes college and career plans as well as how golf has impacted your life or how you have had an impact in your own golfing community.
• Signed list of academic honors, leadership skills, community service, etc.
• Due to FAFSA reporting delays, we have modified the scholarship requirements for your application.
In order to be considered for this scholarship, please:
Submit a SIGNED copy of parents` FEDERAL TAX FORM 1040 (pages one and two only) for the latest year these forms were actually filed. In case of divorced parents, only the custodial parent`s (and current spouse's if remarried) financial information will be required. If you have already submitted your FAFSA submission summary, please submit your FEDERAL TAX FORM 1040 in order to be considered
- What is the value of the scholarship award?
(3) Scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $5,000.00 for a male awardee.
(3) Scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $5,000.00 for a female awardee.
Funds are applied to the educational expenses, including tuition, fees, and books. Checks will be made payable to and mailed directly to the colleges upon receipt of the Request for Payment Form. Funds not credited to the recipient's account must be returned to the Carolinas Golf Association Scholarship Fund.- What college may I attend?
Scholarship recipients may attend any accredited, public or private, 4-year college or university located within the United States. Recipients must plan to enter college in the fall of the year the award is made with the goal of earning a recognized undergraduate academic degree in the time normally prescribed for the attainment of said degree. The recipient's school of choice must be exempt from federal income tax under Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Funds will not be issued for this scholarship unless the school maintains that exemption.
Scholarships are awarded for undergraduate work only. Any changes in plans for college after notification of receipt of the scholarship must be given in writing to the scholarship director. This is a one-time scholarship and is non-renewable.
All recipients must be full-time each semester and working toward an undergraduate degree.- What if I am unable to attend consecutive semesters?
Extenuating circumstances requiring a student to sit out a semester must be explained in writing to CSA. You will be notified of the final decision. If a recipient is out for a semester and doesn`t receive approval, then that semester is forfeited.
- How are winners selected?
An Awards Advisory Committee will consider the respective ability, educational goals, financial need and career ambitions of each applicant.
- How will I be notified if I am chosen as a recipient?
All applicants will be notified in writing by email, whether or not they have been selected to receive a scholarship. Those students selected will download a package from their online account that includes a scholarship agreement and information about the scholarship terms.
- Is this scholarship renewable?
This scholarship is non-renewable and is for the year awarded only.
- What is the value of the scholarship award?